Dave Davies Reignites Kinks vs. Beatles Feud, Calls George Harrison the Only One He Liked

Dave Davies from The Kinks just brought back one of classic rock’s biggest rivalries. At the launch of The Kinks: Brothers art exhibition in London, the guitarist said George Harrison was the only Beatle he really liked. He recalled John Lennon being paranoid and dismissive toward the band, especially during a 1964 show where The Kinks opened for The Beatles in Bournemouth.

But Davies didn’t let the shade sit for long. He later posted on X to clarify that he still appreciates Paul McCartney and remains a fan of The Beatles overall. His brother Ray Davies also chimed in, remembering how John Lennon was protective of the band’s gear and made a remark about The Kinks just warming up the crowd.

This story taps into classic rock nostalgia and gives fans a fresh look at one of music’s most legendary rivalries. It’s the kind of feisty, human moment that reminds us even icons had petty backstage drama. What do you think? Was John Lennon really that tough on opening acts, or is this just rock history getting exaggerated over time?