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At various times, keyboardist Billy Preston, arranger George Martin or manager Brian Eptein have all been referred to as "the fifth Beatle". Also, a NYC DJ "Murry the K" took to calling himself this when The Beatles came to the US in 1964.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoThat is open to debate. Stuart Sutcliffe was a fifth member early on, producer George Martin was a fifth musician with them in the studio, and they worked with occasional guest performers. Manager Brian Epstein was called a "fifth Beatle" by the band themselves.
A New York City radio DJ called "Murray the K" (Murray Kaufman) declared himself the "Fifth Beatle" when the band first visited New York. He had a popular show, and gave the Beatles endless promotion on that show, which they appreciated, so they let the nickname stick.
Many people have been referred to as the "Fifth Beatle" at different times, but the most obvious and probably top of the list being their long time recording guru and producer, Sir George Martin, another being long time Roadie, Assistant and CEO of Apple, Neil Aspinall.
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∙ 12y agoHe was never an actual beatle, but for the album Let It Be he played some kind of keyboards or piano in every song that John joked and said he should be the fifth beatle. Also when the Beatles released the Let It Be single album, it was realeased The Beatles and Billy Preston.
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Who was considered the 'Fifth Beatle'?
A number of different people: Pete Best (Drummer prior to Ringo), Stu Sutcliffe (Bassist Prior to Paul), Brian Epstein (Manager), George Martin ( Producer) or Neil Aspinall ( Road Manager/ Friend). It could be many other managers or friends but the term is most commonly referring to either Pete or Stu.
Who is the fattest Beatle?
In 1965, a reporter labeled John Lennon as "the Fat Beatle."
Who is the skinniest beatle?
George Harrison
Did George Best have a nickname?
el beatle
What is a Beatle boot?
A Beatle Boot is a tight-fitting Cuban-heeled ankle-high boot with a sharp pointed toe and either zipped or elastic sides.
Who has not been named as the fifth Beatle?
Billions of people.
What nicknames did Billy Preston go by?
Billy Preston went by The Fifth Beatle.
Who was the 4th beatle?
Technically there were only 4 Beatles that became famous. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. However Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best also played in the band for a little while.
Who were the producers for the single Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band?
As for all Beatles recordings, George Martin (the fifth Beatle) was the producer.
What is the nickname for George Best?
George Best was a professional footballer from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Some of his nicknames were 'The Fifth Beatle,' 'Belfast Boy,' and 'Georgie. '
What nickname has been given to jimmy Nicol stu sutcliffe brian epstein George Martin Billy Preston and Pete Best?
Fifth Beatle
When was Beatle Barkers created?
Beatle Barkers was created in 1983.
When was Beatle Bob born?
Beatle Bob was born in 1953.
Does a beatle have more than 8 legs?
no a beatle only have 2 legs
When was Basie's Beatle Bag created?
Basie's Beatle Bag was created in 1966.
When was No Bed For Beatle John created?
No Bed For Beatle John was created in 1969.
Who was considered the 'Fifth Beatle'?
A number of different people: Pete Best (Drummer prior to Ringo), Stu Sutcliffe (Bassist Prior to Paul), Brian Epstein (Manager), George Martin ( Producer) or Neil Aspinall ( Road Manager/ Friend). It could be many other managers or friends but the term is most commonly referring to either Pete or Stu.
