1222 Revolution in Sound: The Scientific Genius of The Beatles

Richard Syrett's Strange Planet

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Society & Culture, News, Politics

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🗓️ 2 July 2025

⏱️ 41 minutes

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FOLLOW RICHARD Website: https://www.strangeplanet.ca YouTube: @strangeplanetradio Instagram: @richardsyrettstrangeplanet EP. #1222 Revolution in Sound: The Scientific Genius of The Beatles Join Richard Syrett on Strange Planet as Professor Mark Brake unveils the hidden science behind The Beatles’ revolutionary music. Co-authored with physicist-musician Dr. Jeff Brake, The Science of The Beatles explores how the Fab Four’s studio innovations, from multi-tracking to tape loops, reshaped music. Discover how their genre-blending—classical, Indian ragas, and psychedelia—forged a new sonic language. From ‘Eleanor Rigby’s’ baroque strings to ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’ psychedelic soundscapes, Brake reveals why Lennon and McCartney might echo Bach and Beethoven centuries from now. A fascinating blend of music, technology, and genius. GUEST: Professor Mark Brake is an acclaimed science communicator, author, and educator, renowned for decoding the science in pop culture. With works like The Science of Star Wars and The Science of Harry Potter, he’s captivated global audiences at NASA, the BBC, and Seattle’s Science Fiction Museum. Blending rigorous analysis with storytelling, Brake’s unique lens illuminates the technological and cultural impact of icons like The Beatles, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. WEBSITE: https://www.skyhorsepublishing.com BOOK: The Science of The Beatles: The Technology and Theory Behind the Music and Lyrics SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! ⁠BUTCHERBOX⁠ ButcherBox delivers better meat and seafood straight to your door – including 100% grass-fed beef,free-range organic chicken, pork raised crate-free, and wild-caught seafood. Right now, ButcherBox is offering our listeners $20 off their first box and free protein for a year. Go to ⁠ButcherBox.com/strange⁠ to get this limited time offer and free shipping always. Don’t forget to use our link so they know we sent you. HIMS - Making Healthy and Happy Easy to Achieve Sexual Health, Hair Loss, Mental Health, Weight Management START YOUR FREE ONLINE VISIT TODAY - HIMS dot com slash STRANGE https://www.HIMS.com/strange ⁠⁠RingBoost⁠⁠ The largest provider of custom phone numbers since 2003 ⁠⁠https://www.ringboost.com⁠⁠ If you’re ready to sound like the business people want to call, head over to ⁠⁠https://www.ringboost.com⁠⁠ and use promo code STRANGE for an exclusive discount. QUINCE BEDDING Cool, Relaxed Bedding. Woven from 100% European flax linen. Visit QUINCE BEDDING to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER!!! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Three monthly subscriptions to choose from. Commercial Free Listening, Bonus Episodes and a Subscription to my monthly newsletter,m InnerSanctum. Visit https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Use the discount code "Planet" to receive one month off the first subscription. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/

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