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Pete Best
Original Beatle drummer Pete Best about his bandmate, Stu Sutcliffe -
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​The Best Book:

​Pete's behind-the-scenes look at The Beatles' early days, from his view within the legendary band.  A great read!

​More about Pete Best

  • ​Born Randolph Peter Best - November 24, 1941, in Madras, then a part of British India

  • Relocated to Liverpool, England, where his mother Mona launched a teen club ("The Casbah") in her and Pete's basement.

  • Joined the Beatles August 12, 1960, and often booked many of the band's early gigs

  • Released from the band by Beatles manager Brian Epstein August 16, 1962.

  • British government worker for 20+ years.

  • Received royalties from the 1995 release of The Beatles' first Anthology album, since a number of recordings featuring him were included.

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