Tens v Fabulous aw a A a 5 Yea OD SUSHEY THERE, THIS IS THE EDITOR We couldn't resist sorting out all the great pictures of those four fantastic lads from Liverpool and making up this terrific once-only edition of Fab for you all ‘Apart from the fun of it we had two important reasons for reprinting the very best and most treasured pictures at the bargain price of 2s. 6d The first reason was simply this; ever since Fab was first on sale way back in January I've received plaintive letters by every post from those of you who have missed one or the other of our issues. We wanted to help But the trouble is that FAB melts off the bookstalls like butter melting in the sun. Infact. itjustplain sells out! This puts a pussy-cat grin on my-face every Monday, but i's hard on those who couldn't get a copy. A\ so many of our issues have gone ‘0, P." Sounds like some strange illness Dut itjust means OUT OF PRIN In othar words—we've sold the lot. And those readers who didn't order in advance have misse super Beatle pix Well, no doubt you'l ind ther in this extra issue, rhe second reason which | know you'll appreciata is that this “Best Of The Beatles” book is a kind of tribute to John, Paul, George and Ringo. It says: "We love you all, boys! We think you're great, terrific, fantastic, in fact (highest praise possible) we think yau're FABULOUS 1 | The Beatles have not only won all our hearts, but they've given British Showbiz a shot in the arm. British 's now best—in every corner of the globe, And riding on their ever shooting star are ma re British groups, not only from Liverpool, but from all over Britain. They're all tops and those Beaties led the way. And so for that reason, “The Best Of The Beatles" is not with all our loving. Please enjoy itevery single one of you! y for you—tt's for the Fab Four as wellaa: ee aS euIN PARIS... Hil I'm FAB'S Sylvia, and | think I'm about the luckiest girl ever. Why? Because | went to Paris with The Beatles. Naturally, | can remember everything about the trip, from the rather bumpy fight out on the Comet 48 ree in the morning in a café ne Paul said arinning at o Beatles start grinning at one another And anything did ata secret signal, they all whipped) ed taking pictures of the photographers taking ie photographers hi 5, which is nothing unusual they arr gocut around Par ols taken, their hotel, avery old lady lady looked the French equi without aEVERYBODY BUT EVERYBODY... wants pix of the Fabulous Four. We do our best to bring you the best, and what a time we have when it comes to 3 bustling Beatles. hots around the piano on >urnemouth. The boys hots that even when they're worn out they c just on The Beatles either. Take a look at that way House. They so fast and fell into som jgrapher giddy. Finally t going crac had sneake ups on pages 7, 18 and 20 of John, £00 journalists milling around, them, our Fab. team stil f reclusive pix 17, was another scoop for Batty, who practically h Pursued by photographe! ye country, Th ing right in with them went our own Syivia Stephen, She charmed her w wonderful atmosphere shot with th age 11), So if you want to get the greatest Beatles pix buy the greatest pop magazine of them all_the fab fab FABULOUS. John, Paul, George and Ringo are included every week in the I! KINGSIZE fabbest-colour pix. Hardly a week goes by without news and views of THEM plus the rest of the world's top popsters. REMEMBER! The Fab Fab Fabulous is on sale EVERY Monday and costs only one shilling.MUSIC MAGAZISS woxmsemenTNJOHN Real name—lohn Lennon. Born—sth October, 1940, He weighs fist. 5ib. and is 5ft, 11in. tall. Can play rhythm guitar, harmonica, drums and plano. Favourite singers are Shirelles, Miracles, Ben E. King and Chuck son, His favourite stars—Robert Mitchum and iatte Greco. He is very fond of tea and the occasional Il whisky, curry and jelly and dark clothes. Prefers suede and leather material for casual wear. Educated at Quarry Bank Grammar School and Liverpool Coll of Art. Refused fo wear glasses on slage because he thought people would think he was copying Hank Marvin, His book published this year turned out to be a best seller. His ambition is to write @ great musical RINGO Real name—Richard Starkey. Born—7th July, 1940. He weighs 9st. Sib, and stands Sf. Bin, tall, Can play both drums and guitar. His favourite singers are Brook Benton, Sam “Lightning” Hopkins and Litle Richard. His favourite actors are Paul Newman and Jack Palance Favourite actress is Brigitte Bardot. Likes to eat steak and drive a fast car but “not both at the same time”. He hates onions and Donald Duck. Specially enjoys driving at night, Never wears less than three rings and always wears one special wedding ring that his grandfather gave him. Educated at Liverpool Secondary Modern and Riversdale Technical School. His ambition is to st happy with life, Favourite colours, black and mauve.PAUL Real name—Paul McCartney. Born 18 June, 1942 st. 4lb. and stands Sft. Tin, tall. His favourite actors are Marlon Brando, Tony Perkins and Larry Williams and actresses; Brigitte Bardot, Juliette Greco and S likes to eat a Chicken Maryland washed down with a glass of cool. milk, Paul was educated at Liverpool Institute School. Hi entered showbusiness at the age of 18 and with John Lennon has written over 200 songs. He can play bass guitar, drums, piano and banjo. Paul has only one dislike in life and that is shaving. His ambition was to popularise the Mersey sound and let's face it The Beatles have done that and a whole lot more, Real name—George Harrison. Born—25th February, 1943. He weighs 10 st. 21b. and is Sf. Ili. in height. His ces are hazel and hair is dark brown. In addition to guitar he can also play piano and drums. George went to the same school as Paul and it was this friendship that led to George joining the group. His favourite singers are Little Richard and Eartha Kitt and he is a great admirer of the Duane Eddy group. He likes most guitar music and in particular the Work of Chet Atkins. His ideal meal is @ cup of tea followed by lamb chops, chips and peas. Dislikes haircuts above all else. Very fond of the colours blue and black. Likes driving very much and still hopes to fulfil his ambition which is to design his own guitareo Mit n IZ AS ae