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Ringo Starr (left) and George Harrison (right) of The Beatles face the press on the news
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Ringo Starr (left) and George Harrison (right) of The Beatles face the press on the news
Ringo Starr (left) and George Harrison (right) of The Beatles face the press on the news that their manager Brian Epstein has died.
The group has heard the news whilst on a meditation weekend in Bangor, north Wales.
Picture taken 27th August 1967
Rison
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Wales
B/W Print
Media ID 21837100
© Mirrorpix
Bangor Beads George Harrison Grief North Wales Psychedelic Ringo Starr Shock The Beatles 1967 Bad News Psychedelia
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In this poignant photograph captured by Rison, we witness a moment frozen in time that forever changed the course of music history. Ringo Starr, positioned on the left, and George Harrison, on the right, both members of the legendary band The Beatles, face a sea of flashing cameras as they confront devastating news. The press conference captures their raw emotions upon learning about the untimely death of their beloved manager Brian Epstein. It is August 27th, 1967 when this snapshot was taken during an unexpected turn of events while The Beatles were seeking solace on a meditation retreat in Bangor, North Wales. Clad in psychedelic attire and adorned with beads symbolizing their connection to the counterculture movement sweeping through society at that time; grief etches itself onto their faces. The image encapsulates not only sadness but also shock as these young musicians grapple with losing a guiding force who played an instrumental role in shaping their careers. Their expressions speak volumes about the profound impact Epstein's passing had on them personally and professionally. As we delve into this visual time capsule from half a century ago, it serves as a reminder that even those who seem invincible are vulnerable to heartbreak. This photograph stands testament to how deeply intertwined music can be with human emotion – transcending boundaries and touching souls across generations.
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