The Cutting Edge

The Cutting Edge is a memoir by Leslie Cavendish, who became Paul McCartney’s personal hairdresser in 1966 and soon began styling all four Beatles. A 15-year-old Jewish school dropout from North London, Cavendish’s rise from apprentice to insider is a testament to the cultural revolution of the 1960s. He was present during pivotal moments—like the rooftop concert and the Magical Mystery Tour—and offers firsthand accounts of the Beatles' transformation from pop idols to style icons. The book is filled with personal anecdotes, previously unseen photographs, and a candid look at the band's inner circle during a time of immense change.