On July 4th in music history, one significant event took place in 1966 when The Beatles held their first concert in the Philippines. The band had been invited by the country's First Lady, Imelda Marcos, to perform at a private reception. However, the Fab Four declined the invitation, causing a massive backlash from the local media and government officials.

The following day, as the band prepared to leave the country, they encountered a series of hostile situations. Their security detail was suddenly stripped away, and they were left to fend for themselves against angry crowds at the airport. Ringo Starr was even reportedly spat on by an airport employee.

The Beatles managed to make it onto their plane, but not before being forcibly removed from their car and jostled around by a mob of angry Filipinos. They vowed never to return to the Philippines, marking a low point in their touring career.

This incident highlighted the immense cultural influence and power that The Beatles had achieved at the height of their popularity. It also demonstrated the potential consequences of failing to navigate complex political and social situations while on tour.

Despite this tumultuous event, The Beatles went on to release their groundbreaking album "Revolver" just a month later, further solidifying their status as one of the most innovative and influential bands in music history.