Signed by the Beatles
The Iveys were the first band signed to The Beatles’ Apple label in 1968. The Iveys changed their name to Badfinger after the working title of the Beatles’ 1967 song “With a Little Help From My Friends” was altered. “With a Little Help From My Friends” was initially recorded with the title “Bad Finger Boogie.”
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The first few years of Badfinger’s career went pretty well. The band was signed to one of the most successful labels in the world, working alongside one of the most popular bands in the world. They were on a songwriting roll, honing their skills and ready to write some of the industry’s most unforgettable hits.