What is the beatles decca tapes?

The Beatles Decca Tapes refer to a set of demo tapes that the British rock band, The Beatles, recorded in January 1962, at the Decca Studios in London. The tapes contained 15 songs that the band had been performing regularly in clubs and concerts across Liverpool, at the time.

The Beatles had hoped that Decca Records would sign them to a recording contract after hearing their demos. However, Decca ultimately decided not to offer the band a contract, citing concerns about their producer's expectations for their potential success.

Despite this setback, The Beatles continued to gain popularity, eventually signing a recording contract with EMI's Parlophone label, and becoming one of the most successful and influential bands in music history.

The Decca Tapes have since become a sought-after collector's item, often cited as a pivotal moment in the early history of rock and roll. The songs on the tapes include both original compositions by the band and covers of popular rock and roll songs of the time. Some of the tracks were later recorded and released by The Beatles, while others were never officially released.