Death of Brian Epstein (1967)

Brian Samuel Epstein (born in Liverpool, England; 19 September 1934 -- 27 August 1967) was the manager of The Beatles. He also managed several other musical artists such as Gerry & The Pacemakers, Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas, and Cilla Black.

The Beatles recorded a demo in Decca's studios—paid for by Epstein—which he later persuaded George Martin to listen to. Epstein was then offered a contract (after Martin had auditioned the group) by EMI's small Parlophone label, even though they had previously been rejected by almost every other British record company.

Epstein died of an accidental drug overdose at his home in London in August 1967. The Beatles' early success has been attributed to Epstein's management and sense of style. Paul McCartney said of Epstein: "If anyone was the Fifth Beatle, it was Brian.

"From Beatles Anthology DVD.

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[marcingrochala1]

I ve never seen John Lennon actually frightened.You can see it in his eyes.

[kevinturvy]

@MrSwizzl3d Your assuming all the talent lied with Brian, he was just a manager, i am sure another one would have come along shortly.. ok he came from a wealthy family and had money and connections.. But to say he made them is O.T.T.

Brian enjoyed the fame of being a manager and had a lavish lifestlye. They had been together around 7 years when Brian died and carried on for 3 more years after... A hell of a long time in that industry after he died.

[RyanDunnsLostSneaker]

Does anyone know where I can get hold of a copy of Brians Book "Queer Jew Cunt" ? I've looked on Amazon and Book Depository but so far I'm having no luck. Thanks in advance.

[iluvmusicalmuffins14]

Aw :(

[xXOneHotLennonXx]

It's so heartbreaking....there were so many deaths of close friends and family of John's in his life and it was happening - again. It's not fair. It makes me want to cry seeing John's face... :'''(

[missdaydreamer8]

you can almost here the crack in john's voice :'(

[friscolopter]

i think if brian never died, they wouldve never of gone to india or broken up

[lockyfan]

Probably the most "honest" (not acted/staged/planned) interview John Lennon ever did. Gives you a true insight into him.

[lockyfan]

@dnt9217 "He was one of us" - John