A Hard Day’s Chord

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A Hard Day’s Chord

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Nov 16, 2022

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One of the enduring mysteries in The Beatles' music is the opening chord for 'A Hard Day's Night'. Who played what and how? In this episode, I attempt to unravel the elements and get to the truth.

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Nov 16, 2022

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