Boomers Can't Let Go Of The 1960s

Boomers Can't Let Go Of The 1960s
The Beatles are shown during their performance on the "Ed Sullivan Show," Feb. 10, 1964, their first appearance on American television. From left to right: bassist Paul McCartney; drummer Ringo Starr; guitarist George Harrison; guitarist John Lennon. (AP Photo/Dan Grossi)
The Beatles are shown during their performance on the "Ed Sullivan Show," Feb. 10, 1964, their first appearance on American television. From left to right: bassist Paul McCartney; drummer Ringo Starr; guitarist George Harrison; guitarist John Lennon. (AP Photo/Dan Grossi)

Feb. 9 marks the 50th anniversary of one more 1960s changed-the-world-forever thing. Be prepared for six more years of them. This time it's the appearance of the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show. Ed, mayor of Squaresville, hosts a provincial skiffle band that won the bad-haircut contest.

Why can't we let the '60s go? Mea culpa. I came of age during the "Youthquake" and have written too much about it. I repent.

Popular in the Community

Close

What's Hot