The Roots & Fruits of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, presents the life and times of the Beatles' seminal creation in a new light - from the sprawling weave of the album's deepest roots; through conception, release and reception; to the scope of its influence, cast across Pepper's first fifty years. Discover the counterculture propelled to the pinnacle of pop culture; many captivating recollections of Beatles fans from around the world; the fascinating sources of the songs; the group's identity crisis; the many tributes and parodies of Pepper; the impact of the album on musicians over the past half century, and so much more. Referencing the Beatles' entire career, ARTPOP is a fresh and accessible experience for fans who thought they already knew the entire wonderful story of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.