The Beatles 'best-ever' gig was a disaster according to one band member

The Beatles' legendary status is undisputed, but there are ongoing debates about their best live performance. Even though they stopped touring in 1966 due to the strain of performing for audiences, Ringo Starr, the band's drummer, and their fans can't seem to agree on the group's top concert.‌

After a brief reunion for an impromptu gig on the roof of Abbey Road studios, The Beatles never returned to a stadium or concert hall following their last tour in 1966. During their controversial US tour, marked by John Lennon's statement that they were "bigger than Jesus," many believe The Beatles gave their most outstanding live performance.

This show is not only considered possibly The Beatles' greatest live spectacle, but it also stands out as one of the first major arena stadium concerts. 

One fan posted online: "I was just thinking about how 'The Beatles at Shea Stadium' was the first ever major concert in an arena stadium. Has anyone seen the film?" On August 11, 1966, The Beatles performed a short setlist of 11 songs at New York's Shea Stadium.

However, these 11 songs have made a significant mark in music history, with many fans declaring them the peak of The Beatles' live performances. Released on this day [May 1] in 1966, the Shea Stadium show continues to be hailed as one of the most extraordinary concerts to date, reports the Liverpool Echo.

Source: themirror.com/Ewan Gleadow, Hollie Beale

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