The Beatles’ “Yesterday” Was a “Problem” for the Band at First, but Here’s How George Martin Fixed It
In the mid-1960s, The Beatles were redefining what popular music could be. They were loud, electric, experimental—and constantly pushing against the boundaries of rock ‘n’ roll. So when a soft, melancholic ballad like “Yesterday” appeared, it didn’t just feel different. It felt like a problem. At least, that’s how it seemed at first. A Song … Read more