8 days of beatles - day 6

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In 1966 the Beatles went to Japan to perform at the Nippon Budokan, an event arena in Tokyo. Prior to the Beatles the arena was strictly for martial arts performances; it was a sacred space. They were the first rock and roll band to play there - Now of course it's a famous music venue.

Not everyone was happy with this change. The Beatles received death threats and for their protection were sequestered in their hotel. To keep them occupied, their Japanese promoter brought paper and paint; each got a corner of the paper for his own art.

The Beatles loved it.

John had gone to art college before the band hit it big, and Paul's a talented artist. George and Ringo were just as excited about it. I love the pictures of them gathered around the painting together - They're all so intent on their art.

From Sing My Heart.