Beatles mentor Lord Woodbine to feature in new BBC drama
A new six-part BBC drama titled 'Hamburg Days' will explore the Beatles' formative years in Germany. The series highlights the overlooked influence of Lord Woodbine, a Trinidadian musician and the band's early mentor.
Why it matters
It sheds light on the multicultural roots of the Beatles' history and the significant role played by non-white figures in the band's early success.
Lord Woodbine (third from left) with an early Beatles line-up in 1961. Also pictured are, from left, Allan and Beryl Williams, Stuart Sutcliffe, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Pete Best. Photograph: Keystone Usa/Rex Lord Woodbine (third from left) with an early Beatles line-up in 1961. Also pictured are, from left, Allan and Beryl Williams, Stuart Sutcliffe, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Pete Best. Photograph: Keystone Usa/Rex The Beatles Beatles’ early mentor Lord Woodbine to feature in new BBC drama Six-part series will explore the band’s years in Hamburg, including the overlooked influence of Harold Phillips
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