"Abbey Road" Album Description:
The Beatles' iconic album "Abbey Road," released on vinyl as a 12" LP in Canada, stands as a testament to the band's enduring legacy and the remarkable contributions made during its time period. This Canadian release, distinguished by the substitution of the Apple logo with the Capitol Records logo on the album's back cover, reflects the dynamic relationship between the band and its record labels.
Produced by the legendary George Martin, often referred to as the "Fifth Beatle," the album showcases the band's musical prowess and innovation. Martin's influence on the Beatles' sound is immeasurable, and his collaboration with them during the recording of "Abbey Road" is a testament to the heights that can be achieved when creative minds come together.
One notable person in the production process is Alan Parsons, the Assistant Sound/Recording Engineer. Parsons, who later gained fame with the Alan Parsons Project, played a crucial role in capturing the band's sound at Abbey Road Studios in London. His technical expertise contributed to the album's sonic excellence and added another layer to the overall production quality.
PThe choice of Abbey Road Studios as the recording venue adds a historical dimension to the album. The studio, synonymous with the Beatles, witnessed the creation of numerous iconic tracks throughout their career. The decision to record "Abbey Road" at this legendary location underscores the band's connection to their roots and the significance of the studio in shaping their musical identity.
PThe album cover, featuring a now-iconic photograph by Iain MacMillan, adds visual artistry to the musical masterpiece. The image of the Beatles walking across the zebra crossing outside Abbey Road Studios has become synonymous with the band and is a timeless representation of their cultural impact.
PIn the realm of cataloging, the Capitol SO-383 catalog number is a distinctive identifier for this Canadian release. Such details are crucial for collectors and enthusiasts, providing a specific reference point for this particular edition of "Abbey Road."
Music Genre:
70s Beat, Pop |
Album
Production information:
The Beatles album: "Abbey Road" was produced by:
George Martin.
Sir George Martin – Producer, arranger, studio architectThe quiet conductor behind the faders: tape loops, strings, and that famous Beatles sheen. Read more... Sir George Martin, the so-called 5th Beatle, was the producer who translated four Liverpool lads into studio language. I first clocked him at Parlophone in the 1950s; from 1962-1970 he shaped The Beatles' records with tape loops, strings, and ruthless edits that made pop feel like cinema. Alongside them he guided fellow Merseybeat names like Gerry & the Pacemakers and Billy J. Kramer & the Dakotas (1963-1965), plus Cilla Black (1963-1966). After leaving EMI he built AIR and, in the 1970s, produced Paul McCartney & Wings (1973), America (1974-1976), and Jeff Beck (1975). He rarely shouted, but the speakers did. That is why they called him the 5th Beatle, and nobody argued.
Assistent Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Alan Parsons
Alan Parsons – Sound engineer, producer, musicianAlan Parsons is my go-to “how does this record sound THAT good?” answer: the studio brain behind classic-era clarity, from Pink Floyd sessions to The Alan Parsons Project’s glossy sci-fi pop-rock. Read more... Alan Parsons is the guy I picture behind the glass when a record sounds ridiculously clean, wide, and expensive (in the best way). His first big “period” is the Abbey Road years, working as a tape operator and engineer across the late 1960s into the mid-1970s, right in the era when studios were basically science labs with guitars. In 1973 he engineered Pink Floyd’s "The Dark Side of the Moon", and that alone would’ve earned him a lifetime pass to the control room. Then he moved from “genius in the booth” to “name on the cover” as co-founder of The Alan Parsons Project, active from 1975 to 1990, where he blended pristine production with big melodies and concept-album vibes. From the 1990s onward he’s kept the music alive on stage with touring lineups commonly billed as The Alan Parsons Live Project, proving he’s not just a behind-the-scenes wizard but a musician who can carry the material in the real world too.
This album was recorded at:
Abbey Road Studios, London
Album cover photography: Iain MacMillan
Thanks to George Martin, Geoff Emerick, Philip McDonald
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Record Label & Catalognr:
Capitol SO-383 |
Media Format:
12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country:
Made in Canada |
