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Finding The Fourth Beatle

Reviews of Finding the Fourth Beatle

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The reviews are coming in for “Finding the Fourth Beatle”, as we couldn’t be more pleased. Read what fans and experts think of the book:

“The must-read Beatles book of the year. A masterwork of rock ’n’ roll sleuthing and good old-fashioned research.”

Kenneth Womack, author of Maximum Volume: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin (The Early Years, 1926-1966)


“This is the work of responsible researchers who challenge the usual received wisdom, carefully presenting their findings on a rock-solid foundation of fact.”

Robert Rodriguez, award-winning Beatles author and creator of the Something About The Beatles podcast


“Another Beatles book? Do we really need any more, you ask? Well, put simply, if it is as interesting and informative as this one - yes we do.”

Keith Badman, Record Collector 489, February 2019


“I swear, after reading so many Beatles books, as well as articles and films, I didn’t think there were this many great Fab Four stories left! But OMG, was I wrong! Happily wrong.”

Eddie Deezen, Actor and Huge Beatles fan!


Reviews in Full:

“The must-read Beatles book of the year. A masterwork of rock ’n’ roll sleuthing and good old-fashioned research.”

David Bedford and Gary Popper’s Finding the Fourth Beatle is the must-read Beatles book of the year. An engaging and entertaining look at the dramatic story behind the Beatles’ revolving drum stool, Bedford and Popper’s book is a masterwork of rock ’n’ roll sleuthing and good old-fashioned research. 

—Kenneth Womack, author of Maximum Volume: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin (The Early Years, 1926-1966) 


“This is the work of responsible researchers who challenge the usual received wisdom, carefully presenting their findings on a rock-solid foundation of fact.”

“The conclusions drawn put some hoary myths to rest while shining a light on key but little-known events. This is the work of responsible researchers who challenge the usual received wisdom, carefully presenting their findings on a rock-solid foundation of fact.”

Robert Rodriguez, award-winning Beatles author and creator of the Something About The Beatles podcast


“Another Beatles book? Do we really need any more, you ask? Well, put simply, if it is as interesting and informative as this one - yes we do.”

“Highly entertaining and most revealing narrative, the authors also manage to answer another long-debated question: were The Beatles under contract or not at Parlophone in June 1962. The book also manages to challenge what you thought you knew about Pete Best’s exit from, and Ringo Starr’s entry into, the group. Supported by evidence from an eyewitness who was closely involved in the saga, Bedford and Popper reveal that Best was not sacked/dismissed by either Epstein or The Beatles. Full of similarly jaw-dropping tales, Finding the Fourth Beatle certainly deserves a place on the bookshelf of Beatles fans ad music historians alike.”

Keith Badman, Record Collector 489, February 2019


“I swear, after reading so many Beatles books, as well as articles and films, I didn’t think there were this many great Fab Four stories left! But OMG, was I wrong! Happily wrong.”

“Through meticulous research, skilled fact-finding and combined with dozens of interviews, David Bedford and Garry Popper take us through the entire history of The Beatles’ 23 drummers (yes, 23!). This book is incredible, fascinating and quite revelatory. I swear, after reading so many Beatles books, as well as articles and films, I didn’t think there were this many great Fab Four stories left! But OMG, was I wrong! Happily wrong, I might add. I highly recommend this book to all my fellow Beatles fanatics. You’ll love it. I promise.”

Eddie Deezen, Actor and Huge Beatles fan!



“Once again, David Bedford and Garry Popper address a unique and relatively untouched angle in the Beatles story with characteristic style, using exhaustive and relevant research, unfettered objectivity and provoking insight.”

“Once again, David Bedford and Garry Popper address a unique and relatively untouched angle in the Beatles story with characteristic style, using exhaustive and relevant research, unfettered objectivity and provoking insight. There is a far deeper appreciation of the complex and fascinating realities that The Beatles had to face up to during their early evolution, and the long quest to finding the right Fourth Beatle. It has conclusions that are fully supported by evidence, devoid of prejudice or hidden agendas.”

Lou Longobardi, Beatles Fan


“Impeccably researched and a highly entertaining narrative, this book should be on any thoughtful, dedicated Beatles fan book-shelf.”

“Thought you were tuned in to the Beatles drummer line-up changes all those years ago..?  

Bedford’s and Popper’s new book “Finding the Fourth Beatle” challenges what you thought you knew about early Beatles line-ups and circumstances of Ringo’s entry into Beatles (and Pete Best’s exit and why) and how it forged a Fab-Four bond that literally changed the face of popular music world-wide. Impeccably researched and a highly entertaining narrative, this book should be on any thoughtful, dedicated Beatles fan book-shelf.   Recommended…  A highly enjoyable read!  ‘Four Starrs’…”

Paul J. Clinton 35 years a dedicated fan looking for the Fourth Beatle, too (including 8 trips to Liverpool)!


“A magnificent piece of research that will certainly appeal to even the most avid Beatles fan.”

“This is an epic story about The Beatles that is not your average one. Finding The Fourth Beatle is a truly fascinating and detailed account of the Beatles’ long quest for the right drummer. Finding The Fourth Beatle is a must-read book by Bedford and Popper. A magnificent piece of research that will certainly appeal to even the most avid Beatles fan.” Gabriëlla van Karsbergen – Beatles International


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