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Abbey Road at 50: (part 4)

October 1, 2019

In the past three parts, we looked at the origin of the album, the recording and artwork, and the original songs.  Now, we get to see the anniversary set and enjoy the the remixed songs and the unreleased working versions.   The wait is over! The Remixed Album First, the remixed version of the 1969 … More Abbey Road at 50: (part 4)

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Abbey Road at 50 (Part 3)

September 26, 2019

Abbey Road always sounded good, the engineering work was superbly done.  However, I always thought the analogue tape had a lot of background hiss.  The remaster for CD was better.  Now, the disc undergoes more cleanup, plus some additional tracks from the vault. Let’s look at the songs. Side A Come Together Written and recorded … More Abbey Road at 50 (Part 3)

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Abbey Road at 50 (part 2)

September 21, 2019

Beginning in July 1969, the Beatles returned to work at a familiar location, EMI studios, home to their best recordings.  The Beatles had finished their work on Let It Be and went on holiday. The Lennons were involved in an automobile accident while traveling.  Yoko would continue her presence in the studio with Lennon, as … More Abbey Road at 50 (part 2)

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Abbey Road at 50 (part 1)

September 20, 2019

This is a story that needs more than one installment. The story of Abbey Road the album is quite a tale. Full disclosure: My favorite Beatles album and in the discussion for best album ever. Everything about this album is iconic, from the cover, to the use of synthesizer to the second side medley.  It’s … More Abbey Road at 50 (part 1)

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