Tribute to Eppy-You’ve got to hide your love away

Brian Samuel Epstein (born in Liverpool, England; 19 September 1934 — 27 August 1967) was the manager of The Beatles. He also managed several other musical artists such as Gerry & The Pacemakers, Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas, and Cilla Black. The Beatles recorded a demo in Decca’s studios—paid for by Epstein—which he later persuaded George Martin to listen to. Epstein was then offered a contract (after Martin had auditioned the group) by EMI’s small Parlophone label, even though they had previously been rejected by almost every other British record company. Epstein died of an accidental drug overdose at his home in London in August 1967. The Beatles’ early success has been attributed to Epstein’s management and sense of style. Paul McCartney said of Epstein: “If anyone was the Fifth Beatle, it was Brian.” From Beatles Anthology DVD.