Richard Dilello Livres

The narrative offers a unique first-hand account of Apple Records, founded by The Beatles during the 1960s. Richard DiLello, the "House Hippie," shares humorous and legendary anecdotes from his time there, including encounters with the Hell's Angels and various celebrity escapades. This edition, originally published in 1972, includes a new foreword by DiLello, providing fresh insights into the vibrant and chaotic atmosphere of The Beatles' innovative yet challenging era in the music industry.

When American teenager Richard DiLello wandered into the Beatles' Apple building in 1968, he was immediately appointed "house hippie;" he began making tea, rolling joints, and listening to dozens of demo tapes. By the time Apple crumbled a few years later he was director of public relations. Along the way he noted many of the stoned conversations he heard and the insane bits of business he witnessed: one-man bands auditioning in the reception, Hell's Angels taking over Savile Row, and The Beatles playing on the roof. Full of period detail, this is a fast-paced, witty, and immensely poignant account of the demise of the Fab Four and the death of the '60s dream.

In 1968, American teenager Richard DiLello entered the Beatles' Apple building and became the 'house hippie,' making tea and rolling joints. He eventually rose to the position of director of public relations before Apple disbanded a few years later.