Was capitol records was hesitant to take on the beatles' music in the us due to previous bad track records by UK artists in America?

Yes, Capitol Records was initially hesitant to sign The Beatles because previous UK artists had struggled to find success in the American market. Executives were concerned that the band's British origin might not resonate with American audiences. However, once The Beatles' music was released in the U.S. and gained popularity, this skepticism quickly turned into enthusiasm, leading to their immense success.