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The Day John Met Paul

Recreating the moment when John Lennon and Paul McCartney met for the first time, at a Quarrymen gig at a garden fete in Woolton, Liverpool, on 6 July 1957.

Featuring an interview with Sir Paul McCartney and the music and memories of John Lennon's group the Quarrymen, this programme recreates the moment when John and Paul met for the first time at a Quarrymen gig at a sunny garden fete in Woolton, Liverpool on 6 July 1957.

Made with the help of Colin Hall, custodian of John Lennon's childhood home 'Mendips', and with the support of the Liverpool music community.

First broadcast in June 2007, The Day John Met Paul marked the 50th anniversary of a day that changed music for ever.

1 hour

Last on

Fri 28 Aug 200922:00
BBC Radio 2

Broadcasts

  • Sat 14 Jun 200819:00
    BBC Radio 2
  • Fri 28 Aug 200922:00
    BBC Radio 2