re: Who wrote the book of love? The MB book thread

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It's been a few years now, but this was a great read... I think a must read for a Beatles fan

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I just read this a few weeks ago, after Little Steven mentioned it on his Underground Garage radio show. Steven said he wished he'd never read it, because it was so sordid. Naturally, after hearing that I just had to read it.

Emerick predictably boosts his contributions to Beatles records while generally belittling those of George Martin (IIRC Emerick is barely mentioned in Martin's memoirs, just a few times in passing -- Rashomon, anyone?). Emerick is also fairly negative toward the Beatles themselves (even Ringo!), especially John Lennon. Only Paul comes off reasonably well -- the cynic in me suspects Emerick may hope to work with him again, and didn't want to burn bridges. It's certainly a very interesting read but I would not view it as the last word on The Beatles.

Can't talk about Geoff Emerick without mentioning that he produced one of my all time favorite albums: Imperial Bedroom by Elvis Costello. IMHO as good as anything The Beatles ever did.