On June 22, 1963, John Lennon appeared on the BBC-TV program "Juke Box Jury" at Television Theatre in London. The episode aired a week later on June 29, 1963. "Juke Box Jury" was a weekly show where a panel of celebrities rated newly released records as either 'HIT' or 'MISS' based on their personal opinions.
Lennon's appearance on the show caused a stir as he rated every record as a 'MISS,' prompting criticism from some who viewed him as cynical. During the taping, Lennon gave a scathing review of Elvis Presley's new record "Devil In Disguise," expressing disappointment with Presley's departure from his earlier style.
After the taping, Lennon was flown by helicopter from Battersea Airport to Abergavenny, where The Beatles were scheduled to perform at the Abergavenny Town Hall Ballroom in Wales.
Unfortunately, the video recording of Lennon's appearance on "Juke Box Jury" no longer exists. However, most of the audio from the show has survived, providing insight into Lennon's candid and sometimes humorous critiques of the featured songs.
This appearance marked a notable moment in Lennon's outspokenness and honesty, further solidifying his reputation as a provocative figure in the music industry.
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