Beatles Coming On Valentines Day?

MacRumors · 10:33 AM

Electronista is reporting a vague and unconfirmed claim that the Beatles will come to iTunes on or around Valentines Day.

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The announcement will involve "Love," as well. Our source says Apple will have a three month exclusive window for both downloads and remasters. The street release schedule for the remasters was not clear. Conflicting information from our source said that they might be released both all together or in groups, as was done when the first Beatles CDs were released. A compilation is also being discussed, but no firm details are available, the source says.

Steve Jobs curiously showed a collection of Beatles tunes on his demonstration iPhone during the MWSF keynote, which may be signaling the pending release of such a deal. On the other hand, such a demonstration may also be leading to false reports.

danvdr · Jan 16, 2007, 09:56 AM

Hope it's true. That would be a serious feather in the Apple/iTunes cap. And with all the Beatles references at MWSF it seems to have some credence.

Lixivial · Jan 16, 2007, 10:13 AM

Let's not forget that Steve Jobs also played The Beatles at the initial iPod media event back in '01. He even sang along. Not that it adds or detracts from any other credible remarks, but his use of Beatles on the iPhone should add no further evidence to this rumor.

BoyBach · Jan 16, 2007, 10:14 AM

If this is true, and in light of the recent rule changes to the UK Top 40 music chart, the Beatles will have the music chart all to themselves. A new entry at #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8...

crap freakboy · 10:39 AM

Finally, although I'd personally have the CD's.

calculus · Jan 16, 2007, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by welshandrew

If this is true, and in light of the recent rule changes to the UK Top 40 music chart, the Beatles will have the music chart all to themselves. A new entry at #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8...

I for one would love that.

emptyCup · Jan 16, 2007, 11:02 AM

Theories concerning all the Beatles music during the keynote:

1. There is a deal which will be announced in the future.
2. A tactic to generate discussion and convince Apple Music that there is great interest in such a deal and it would serve them well to make such a deal.
3. Steve likes Beatles music.

twoodcc · Jan 16, 2007, 11:09 AM

i would like to see this become a reality......

Stella · Jan 16, 2007, 11:10 AM

This is excellent...

.. but only if its not only for the u.s store but a world wide iTunes release.

jasonfj · Jan 16, 2007, 11:24 AM

all you need is love...

SciTeach · Jan 16, 2007, 11:28 AM

FREEBIRD!!!!

Oops...I mean BEATLES!!!!

Hope this rumor does come true.

calculus · Jan 16, 2007, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Stella

This is excellent...

.. but only if its not only for the u.s store but a world wide iTunes release.

I think we should make the US store wait for The Beatles - just like the first time round.

Cubert · Jan 16, 2007, 12:10 PM

If true, this would make for a much better Valentine's Day gift this year than last (Oompa Loompa was first reported on Valentine's Day).

Peace · Jan 16, 2007, 12:59 PM

Remember when the Zune came out ?..We DO remember the Zune right ?

When it came out it had some Beatles album art on it too.

bketchum · Jan 16, 2007, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Lixivial

Let's not forget that Steve Jobs also played The Beatles at the initial iPod media event back in '01. He even sang along. Not that it adds or detracts from any other credible remarks, but his use of Beatles on the iPhone should add no further evidence to this rumor.

Does it not? The iTunes music store didn't exist at the introduction of the iPod in 2001, and there was no jostling for position between the two Apple companies back then. In the current setting, Jobs and company, to their amusement, are keenly aware of the message that would be sent if they played a Beatle's song on one of their music products at this year's MacWorld keynote speech. Did Steve not show several Beatles songs? I believe it's a foregone conclusion.

BRLawyer · Jan 16, 2007, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Peace

Remember when the Zune came out ?..We DO remember the Zune right ?

When it came out it had some Beatles album art on it too.

Zune? Isn't it dead yet?

It's MORE THAN OBVIOUS that Apple already has the Beatles, considering the mention of the band classics and cover art at MW, as well as the name of the company which draws it even closer to Apple Corps.

Trust me, the agreement is already signed and Apple just awaits the best occasion for telling the story...after that, the Zune and MS are DEAD in terms of online music...having the Beatles catalog on the iTMS is just AWESOME and the cherry on top of the icecream of music downloads...this is simply HUGE, like the Beatles or not...

BlueRevolution · Jan 16, 2007, 01:49 PM

Feb 14, 2007: Wednesday.

End of story.

psychofreak · Jan 16, 2007, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueRevolution

Feb 14, 2007: Wednesday.

End of story.

What if....Apple inc bought Apple corps...full access to all the Beatles' stuff, and would make money from the CD sales...just a thought...

NorCalLights · 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by psychofreak

What if....Apple inc bought Apple corps...full access to all the Beatles' stuff, and would make money from the CD sales...just a thought...

Negotiating with Apple for the rights to the recordings is only a small part of it all. Negotiating a deal for the entire catalogue is difficult as the publishing rights are owned by a number of companies/individuals. The Widipedia entry on The Beatles has some information about this.

Also, Apple Corps isn't necessarily for sale.

I wonder if Michael Jackson's legal fees have forced him to look for avenues of income...

Jerry Spoon · Jan 16, 2007, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by NorCalLights

Negotiating with Apple for the rights to the recordings is only a small part of it all. Negotiating a deal for the entire catalogue is difficult as the publishing rights are owned by a number of companies/individuals. The Widipedia entry on The Beatles has some information about this.

Also, Apple Corps isn't necessarily for sale.

I wonder if Michael Jackson's legal fees have forced him to look for avenues of income...

Doesn't Sony co-own those publishing rights to that music with Jackson? I don't think that they'll be letting go of those any time soon.

The LOVE theme would work with the latest Beatles release that goes along with the Circ De Solier (sp) act that goes with that music. I't would make sense for that to be released on Valentines Day (with Steve introducing it on Tuesday the 13th for those who like that Tuesday tie in

)

rockthecasbah · Jan 16, 2007, 02:29 PM

I hope it's true but i don't believe that it would be JUST because Steve played it in the keynote demo. Sure playing a song like the Gorillaz or whatever gets you free advertising, but part of it also is the mood that it sets and that aspect of advertising. Playing the Beatles may be just to appeal to the audience with the music and not necessarily advertise the band.

Doctor Q · Jan 16, 2007, 02:31 PM

If Apple Inc. and the Beatles have finally shaken hands on this deal (and I hope that's true!), I think it's just further proof that Paul is dead.

Oddly, he looked fairly lively when I saw him in concert a few years ago. In any case, a deal with Apple Inc. would make sense to help him pay minor household bills.

Peace · Jan 16, 2007, 02:32 PM

Personally I think the reason Jobs showed the album art and played Beatles music was because the Zune showed Beatles album's on it when it came out.
Steve was saying "HEY! If Microsoft can do it we can too"

Doctor Q · Jan 16, 2007, 02:37 PM

Why did Steve Jobs play Beatles music during the keynote?

Peace's theory:

He was worried about the competition.

Other reasonable theories:

He was trying to build up interest in their music because they had finally made a deal.

He was still negotiating with them and did it as a gesture of good faith.

Simply because he likes their music, which we know.

Less reasonable theories:

He was purposely giving a hint of things to come. That's not likely for secrecy-obsessed Apple.

Jerry Spoon · Jan 16, 2007, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Doctor Q

Why did Steve Jobs play Beatles music during the keynote?

Less reasonable theories:

He was purposely giving a hint of things to come. That's not likely for secrecy-obsessed Apple.

You're probably right, but one of my favorite "right under our nose" Apple moments was when Steve introduced Keynote and said "oh yea, and I've been testing it out when giving my keynote addresses at the last few MacWorld's."

We all watch those keynotes a little more carefully now. I read several viewers mention the transitions, etc. of Steve's latest keynote.

Jan 16, 2007, 10:19 AM	#5
crap freakboy macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: nar in Gainsborough, me duck	Finally, although I'd personally have the CD's. __________________ "It's grim oop North!" I reserve the right to change my mind pudong50member Last edited by longofest : Jan 16, 2007 at 10:39 AM. Reason: thanks

Jan 16, 2007, 11:10 AM	#9
Stella macrumors 68040 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Toronto, Canada	This is excellent... .. but only if its not only for the u.s store but a world wide iTunes release. __________________ iPhone: The cell phone for communists and censorship

Jan 16, 2007, 01:49 PM	#17
BlueRevolution macrumors 68040 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ailleurs	Feb 14, 2007: Wednesday. End of story. __________________ "In its majestic equality, the law forbids rich and poor alike to sleep under bridges, beg in the streets and steal a loaf of bread." —Anatole France

Jan 16, 2007, 02:29 PM	#21
rockthecasbah macrumors 68020 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Moorestown, NJ	I hope it's true but i don't believe that it would be JUST because Steve played it in the keynote demo. Sure playing a song like the Gorillaz or whatever gets you free advertising, but part of it also is the mood that it sets and that aspect of advertising. Playing the Beatles may be just to appeal to the audience with the music and not necessarily advertise the band. __________________ 15'' 2.4ghz MacBook Pro (Matte), 2GB RAM, 200GB HD Wii code: 7876 8987 6478 7445 My Last.fm "Ignore her, she's a feminist"

Jan 16, 2007, 02:31 PM	#22
Doctor Q macrumors god Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Los Angeles, Row Q Seat 1	If Apple Inc. and the Beatles have finally shaken hands on this deal (and I hope that's true!), I think it's just further proof that Paul is dead. Oddly, he looked fairly lively when I saw him in concert a few years ago. In any case, a deal with Apple Inc. would make sense to help him pay minor household bills. __________________ Oh do pay attention 007. In the wrong hands, this Dual 2.93GHz Quad-Core Nehalem Mac Pro could be very dangerous.

Jan 16, 2007, 09:56 AM	#2
danvdr macrumors member Join Date: Jun 2004	Hope it's true. That would be a serious feather in the Apple/iTunes cap. And with all the Beatles references at MWSF it seems to have some credence.

Jan 16, 2007, 10:13 AM	#3
Lixivial macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Between cats, dogs and wanderlust.	Let's not forget that Steve Jobs also played The Beatles at the initial iPod media event back in '01. He even sang along. Not that it adds or detracts from any other credible remarks, but his use of Beatles on the iPhone should add no further evidence to this rumor.

Jan 16, 2007, 10:14 AM	#4
BoyBach macrumors 68030 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: UK	If this is true, and in light of the recent rule changes to the UK Top 40 music chart, the Beatles will have the music chart all to themselves. A new entry at #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8... __________________ "Knowledge is porridge"

Jan 16, 2007, 11:02 AM	#7
emptyCup macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jan 2005	Theories concerning all the Beatles music during the keynote: 1. There is a deal which will be announced in the future. 2. A tactic to generate discussion and convince Apple Music that there is great interest in such a deal and it would serve them well to make such a deal. 3. Steve likes Beatles music.

Jan 16, 2007, 11:09 AM	#8
twoodcc macrumors 603 Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Right side of wrong	i would like to see this become a reality...... __________________ tville pump Smarter than the average bear

Jan 16, 2007, 11:24 AM	#10
jasonfj macrumors newbie Join Date: Feb 2004	all you need is love...

Jan 16, 2007, 11:28 AM	#11
SciTeach macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NEK	FREEBIRD!!!! Oops...I mean BEATLES!!!! Hope this rumor does come true.

Jan 16, 2007, 12:10 PM	#13
Cubert macrumors member Join Date: Apr 2005	If true, this would make for a much better Valentine's Day gift this year than last (Oompa Loompa was first reported on Valentine's Day).

Jan 16, 2007, 12:59 PM	#14
Peace macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: On top of the Storm Peaks waiting for the Time-Lost Proto Drake	Remember when the Zune came out ?..We DO remember the Zune right ? When it came out it had some Beatles album art on it too.

Jan 16, 2007, 02:32 PM	#23
Peace macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: On top of the Storm Peaks waiting for the Time-Lost Proto Drake	Personally I think the reason Jobs showed the album art and played Beatles music was because the Zune showed Beatles album's on it when it came out. Steve was saying "HEY! If Microsoft can do it we can too"

Jan 16, 2007, 02:37 PM	#24
Doctor Q macrumors god Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Los Angeles, Row Q Seat 1	Why did Steve Jobs play Beatles music during the keynote? Peace's theory: He was worried about the competition. Other reasonable theories: He was trying to build up interest in their music because they had finally made a deal. He was still negotiating with them and did it as a gesture of good faith. Simply because he likes their music, which we know. Less reasonable theories: He was purposely giving a hint of things to come. That's not likely for secrecy-obsessed Apple. __________________ Oh do pay attention 007. In the wrong hands, this Dual 2.93GHz Quad-Core Nehalem Mac Pro could be very dangerous.

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