
7: Band on the Run–the origin of a hit song!
Discover how a throw-away line by George Harrison inspired the Beatles’ song, You Never Give Me Your Money — AND how, three years later, that formed the basis for Paul’s massive hit, Band on the Run. As we connect these dots, ALSO discover how Band on the Run is somehow connected to… Desperado, recorded by the Eagles!
Settle in for a series of revelations that you will find entertaining and informative, for in Episode 7 we connect all these dots …and more!
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