Five Musical Acts That Received Scathing Criticism from The Beatles

🎸George Harrison expressed his dissatisfaction with The Hollies' cover of his song, dismissing it as rubbish and criticizing their technical but soulless musical approach.

🗣️John Lennon had a falling out with Blood, Sweat & Tears, expressing his disdain for the band's music and their guitar technique.

🎤John Lennon fell out of love with Elvis Presley, comparing him unfavorably to Bing Crosby and expressing his disapproval of Presley's musical direction.

🥁George Harrison admitted to not being a Neil Young fan, criticizing Young's guitar technique and expressing his dislike for his music.

🎶Phil Collins had a disheartening encounter with Paul McCartney, leading to a souring of his view of the former Beatle.

What song did The Hollies cover that upset George Harrison?

—The Hollies covered George Harrison's song 'If I Needed Someone' which coincided with its release on The Beatles album 'Rubber Soul'.

Which band did John Lennon have a falling out with?

—John Lennon had a falling out with Blood, Sweat & Tears.

Whom did John Lennon compare Elvis Presley to?

—John Lennon compared Elvis Presley unfavorably to Bing Crosby.

Why did George Harrison dislike Neil Young?

—George Harrison criticized Neil Young's guitar technique and expressed his dislike for his music.

What happened between Phil Collins and Paul McCartney?

—Phil Collins had a disheartening encounter with Paul McCartney, which soured his view of the former Beatle.

00:00The 1960s and 70s were a battleground for iconic musical acts, and The Beatles were at the forefront of this revolutionary era.

00:20The Hollies misstep with George Harrison by covering his song 'If I Needed Someone' without his approval on the Beatles album 'Rubber Soul'.

01:11John Lennon's disdain for Blood, Sweat & Tears and their music, criticizing their guitar technique and expressing exhaustion with the Beatles' overwhelming scrutiny.

01:33George Harrison's dislike for Neil Young's music and guitar style, expressing his opinions candidly during a studio session.

02:35John Lennon's falling out of love with Elvis Presley, laments the decline of his former hero's musical direction.