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EPISODE · Jun 15, 2025 · 1H 6M

One And One Is Two - Episode 47

from The Beatles: Note By Note

In this episode, Peter and Kenyon dive deep into one of the most obscure Lennon-McCartney tracks: “One and One Is Two.” Originally written for Billy J. Kramer, the song was ultimately passed down a surprising chain—from the Fourmost to a forgotten band known as The Strangers with Mike Shannon, who recorded the only released version. But who were they? Through sharp storytelling and meticulous research, the hosts uncover a fascinating tale that stretches from Liverpool to Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), shedding light on a mysterious group and the unlikely journey of a discarded Beatles composition. They also explore the upcoming Beatles biopics, Paul McCartney’s demo magic, and the role of early Beatles photographer Dezo Hoffman. As always, expect a blend of music theory, Beatles lore, and unexpected history lessons in this affectionate look at a song almost lost to time.Website: https://www.notebynoteseries.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/NoteByNoteSeriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/notebynoteseries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Peter and Kenyon dive deep into one of the most obscure Lennon-McCartney tracks: “One and One Is Two.” Originally written for Billy J. Kramer, the song was ultimately passed down a surprising chain—from the Fourmost to a forgotten band known as The Strangers with Mike Shannon, who recorded the only released version. But who were they? Through sharp storytelling and meticulous research, the hosts uncover a fascinating tale that stretches from Liverpool to Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), shedding light on a mysterious group and the unlikely journey of a discarded Beatles composition. They also explore the upcoming Beatles biopics, Paul McCartney’s demo magic, and the role of early Beatles photographer Dezo Hoffman. As always, expect a blend of music theory, Beatles lore, and unexpected history lessons in this affectionate look at a song almost lost to time.Website: https://www.notebynoteseries.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/NoteByNoteSeriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/notebynoteseries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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