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The Beatles

The Beatles Live at Nippon Budokan Performing Short Clip from Anthology

Venue: Nippon Budokan Location: Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan Date: July 2, 1966

In July 1966, The Beatles performed at the Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo, marking a pivotal moment in their career, as it was one of their final tours before they transitioned to a studio-focused approach. This concert occurred just after the release of "Revolver," an album that signified a change in the band's musical direction, showcasing more experimental sounds and complex arrangements. Notably, "Revolver" included groundbreaking tracks such as "Eleanor Rigby" and "Tomorrow Never Knows," reflecting their artistic evolution. The Beatles' performance at Budokan was significant as it was their first series of concerts in Japan and highlighted the immense popularity they had achieved globally. The live recording, which is presented in the video, is particularly valuable, as it is one of the few surviving pieces of footage from those shows, encapsulating their electrifying stage presence during a time of immense cultural impact.

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