Condition: This issue is in very good condition.  A very nice copy with light toning to the edges, but surprisingly attractive with little edge-wearing.  No markings, no cutouts.  Preserved in an acid-free archival bag with backing board for support.

Cover story: George Harrison and John Lennon discuss religion on the David Frost Show.  Mama Cass kerfuffle with a hotel in England.  Ringo lands a role in Terry Souther's Candy.

Miscellaneous: Also includes additional articles and photos covering: Cass Elliott, Ringo Starr, Lou Adler, Scott MacKenzie, Ken Thorne, Musketeer Gripweed & the Third Troup, Freda Kelly, John Lennon, Donovan, Richard Pryor, the Glories, Gene Pitney, Hollies, Beach Boys, Sam & Dave, Grateful Dead, Micky Curtis, Teddy Neeley, Four Seasons, Neil Diamond, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Lords of London, Procol Harum, Box Tops, Cowsills, the First Edition, David Frost, John Lennon, George Harrison, Northern Songs, Dick Jameas, Rascals, Reb Foster, Every Mother's Son, Brenton Wood, Don Ho, Four Tops, the Happenings, "Far From The Madding Crowd", Aliva Kashi, Nilsson, Chuck Berry

The Beat was one of the earliest American newspapers that gave wide coverage to the exploding rock ?n? roll music scene.  It ran from 1964 until 1968, with its first issue being February 25.  Consisting of articles, interviews, concert updates, record reviews, Music Charts, this is a magical snapshot of music history as it was being made.  Great coverage of the British Invasion.  The Beatles, The Monkees, The Who, Rolling Stones, The Hollies, Herman's Hermits, Them, The Yardbirds.  The Supremes.  Sonny & Cher.  The Beach Boys.  Mamas and the Papas.  Lovin Spoonful.  Filled with photographs, ads, contests and drawings.  Truly a time capsule of a decade of massive change not just on the music scene, but on the social, political and economic as well.  The fashion trends, then breaking bounds of lyrics, body movements, social norms and explosions.  Look through these now and looking at where we are now.... beyond fascinating.  Tony Barrow was a contributing columnist.  He was publicist to the Beatles, and known to have coined the name The Fab Four.  Different stations (cities) would have their own edition.  The KRLA Beat, The WCFL Beat, etc.