My Favourite Beatles Song
Each episode Tim Tucker talks to a distinguished guest about their favourite song by the Beatles.
My Favourite Beatles Song
Old Brown Shoe — Steven Cockroft
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Tim Tucker
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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Tim is joined by Beatles podcaster and broadcaster Steven Cockcroft to explore George Harrison's B-side gem Old Brown Shoe. They examine the song's intricate composition, its clever wordplay, and the distinctive musical elements that make it stand out among Harrison's contributions to the Beatles' catalogue.
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Episode 48 – Steven Cockroft – Old Brown Shoe
Song Choice: Old Brown Shoe
Duality in Old Brown Shoe
Bob Dylan's Highway 61 influence
Old Brown Shoe 3rd Verse
Drums: Ringo or Paul?
Jangle Box Piano
Bass part: Paul or George?
Distorted vocals
Middle 8
Slide-like guitar and guitar solo
George's 26th Birthday Demo
Augmented and diminished chords
Old Brown Shoe 2023 Remix