A fascinating history of the recording studio the Beatles made world famous.

Abbey Road (Update)

Biographies & Memoirs

Southall, Brian

Vince, Peter

Rouse, Allan

Arts & Literature

Omnibus Press

The story of the famous recording studio, explaining how it became such an influential part of the sixties music scene. Updated and expanded, it features interviews with stars who recorded there, including Paul McCartney, Kate Bush, Duran Duran and Cliff Richard.

Abbey Road, the story of the world's most famous recording studios

Arts & Photography

Foreword by Paul McCartney

Preface by George Martin

Music

Patrick Stephens

Abbey Road: The Story of the World's Most Famous Recording Studios

Business & Money

From pre-Beatlemania instruments and outfits to the official announcement of the band's split, and beyond: here are 100 of the most famous or influential objects associated with the Fab Four. Authoritative commentary from distinguished rock music critic Brian Southall accompanies the photographs of each item, revealing its significance in the Beatles' history—whether it's a special place, landmark moment, career-changing achievement, or just a curious day in the life.

The Beatles in 100 Objects

Union Square & Co.

A carefully crafted and collectible volume celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of a legendary and groundbreaking Beatles album. Expert Brian Southall's unique edition recounts the story behind the music and the cultural climate of 1967 when Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart Club Band debuted.The "A-side" of this coolly curated title is all about the Beatles, the music on the album, the recording process, how the disc was received at the time, and how it has been acknowledged as one of the greatest albums ever recorded. The "B-side" looks at the state of the world in 1967, from the Summer of Love to anti-war protests to the launch of Rolling Stone magazine to Jimi Hendrix's first U.K. tour as a solo artist-and so much, much more.

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band: The Album, the Beatles, and the World in 1967

Tantor Audio

A carefully crafted and collectible volume celebrates the 50th anniversary of a legendary and groundbreaking Beatles album. Expert Brian Southall's unique edition recounts the story behind the music and the cultural climate of 1967 when Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart Club Band debuted. The "A-side" of this coolly curated title is all about the Beatles, the music on the album, the recording process, how the disc was received at the time and how it has been acknowledged as one of the greatest albums ever recorded. The "B-side" looks at the state of the world in 1967, from the Summer of Love to anti-war protests to the launch of Rolling Stone magazine to Jimi Hendrix's first UK tour as a solo artist--and so much, much more. Fascinating photographs and text build a complete picture of the world as it was when one of the most famous albums of all time was released.

Literature & Fiction

Dramas & Plays

Imagine

When the times they were a-changin', Bob Dylan became one of the counterculture's most revered heroes. He's won countless awards, including a Pulitzer Prize, Grammys® a Golden Globe® and an Oscar®. This beautifully slipcased Treasures volume tells his story as never before, following Dylan from Minnesota to New York's Greenwich Village to worldwide fame; stunning photos and unique removable facsimile memorabilia make this an essential history for all music fans.

Treasures of Bob Dylan

Carlton Books

When the times they were a-changin', Bob Dylan became the counterculture's most revered hero. He's won countless awards, including a Pulitzer Prize, several Grammys®, a Golden Globe®, and an Oscar®. This beautiful book traces Dylan's path from Minnesota to Greenwich Village to worldwide fame, illuminating his groundbreaking impact as never before. Filled with stunning photos, it's an essential history for music fans.

Bob Dylan: Experience the World's Greatest Singer-Songwriter

Carlton Books Ltd.

Bob Dylan: The Story of the World's Greatest Singer-Songwriter

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