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Beatles Record 'Revolver' as Dylan Invites Lennon to Film

4/5/2026

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On May 26, 1966, the Beatles began recording Revolver at EMI Studios while Bob Dylan performed at Royal Albert Hall.
Dylan, exhausted from a world tour, faced backlash for his new electric sound.
Later that night, John Lennon visited Dylan at May Fair Hotel to avoid a documentary crew.
Dylan invited Lennon to appear in his film.
The next morning, they dressed for their debut as co-stars.

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Story summary

On May 26, 1966, the Beatles began recording Revolver at EMI Studios while Bob Dylan performed at Royal Albert Hall.
Dylan, exhausted from a world tour, faced backlash for his new electric sound.
Later that night, John Lennon visited Dylan at May Fair Hotel to avoid a documentary crew.
Dylan invited Lennon to appear in his film.
The next morning, they dressed for their debut as co-stars.