"The Beatle Who Vanished"/Jim Berkenstadt [Episode 72]

HOW COULD DRUMMER JIMMIE NICOL SIMPLY VANISH AFTER PLAYING WITH THE BEATLES IN 1964? <br /><br />“The Beatle Who Vanished” is the first historical account of Jimmie Nicol, an unknown drummer whose journey from humble beginnings to saving The Beatles' first world tour was only one part of his legend. Though his 13 days of fame made headlines, the true mystery of Nicol's story is riddled with blacklisting, betrayal, drugs, divorce, bankruptcy and an eventual disappearance that led many to question whether he is dead or alive. <br /><br />Berkenstadt uncovers the incredible details of a Beatles story never before revealed: <br /><br />* Draws on new documentary evidence <br />* Interviews with The Beatles, Nicol and eyewitnesses <br />* Inner circle tour accounts of Nicol and The Beatles <br />* Uncovers the secrets behind his post-Beatles career and disappearance <br />* Over 100 rare archival photographs and memorabilia illustrations <br />* Features a Foreword by Former Beatles Bass Player, Chas Newby<br /><br />“The Beatle Who Vanished” is an Amazon Bestseller and is being made into a major motion picture. Find out from Jim the latest on that motion picture plus Jim shares a story of a recent encounter with Jimmy Nicol that you won't find in the book. You’ll want to hear this one!<br /><br />Jim Berkenstadt is a bestselling author, producer, music historian and consultant who has documented the history of several rock and roll musicians. He is founder of the firm Rock And Roll Detective, LLC, which provides content and consulting services to the entertainment industry. He recently was credited for his work on The Beatles new Disney+ documentary, “Get Back”.<br /><br />Berkenstadt's newest book, “Mysteries in the Music: Case Closed”, uncovers and solves Rock And Roll's greatest myths, mysteries, conspiracies and hoaxes. He’s co-authored “Black Market Beatles: The Story Behind The Lost Recordings”; “Nevermind Nirvana”; “Goldmine The Beatles Digest”; and edited “John, Paul & Me: Before The Beatles”.<br /><br />Berk