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Gigs & Bytes: Beatles Jump on Video Game Bandwagon
Harmonix is the developer for the ultra-popular “Rock Band” video game series published by MTV Games. However, the upcoming Beatles game will not carry the “Rock Band” moniker.
While not giving any game details, the future game is described as the first time The Beatles will appear in an interactive gaming format. The game was conceived with input from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono Lennon and Olivia Harrison. Giles Martin, co-producer of The Beatles LOVE project, serves as music producer.
“It gives me great pleasure to be part of the Beatles / Apple and Harmonix / Rock Band partnership,” said Ringo Starr. “The Beatles continue to evolve with the passing of time and how wonderful that The Beatles’ legacy will find its natural progression into the 21st century through the computerized world we live in. Let the games commence.”