BEATLES - Abbey Road Original UK misaligned Apple PC 7088 12" VINYL LP Album

The misaligned apple on the back cover of The Beatles' "Abbey Road" album is a well-known and often-discussed detail among fans and collectors. The apple on the back cover of the album appears to be tilted or misaligned, with the top of the apple not aligning with the stem. Read full story further down below.

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Collectors information & Album Description:

The Beatles are arguably one of the most iconic and influential bands in the history of modern music. Their music has been a source of inspiration for generations of musicians and fans alike. One of their most famous albums is the 1969 LP "Abbey Road." .

The Beatles' "Abbey Road" album was released in 1969. It was the band's 11th studio album and the last album recorded before their breakup. The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London and produced by George Martin.

The album features some of the Beatles' most famous songs, including "Come Together," "Something," and "Here Comes the Sun." The album also features the famous medley on Side 2, which includes "Golden Slumbers," "Carry That Weight," and "The End."

"Abbey Road" is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it marked the end of the Beatles' recording career. The band broke up in 1970, and "Abbey Road" was their last recorded album. Secondly, the album features some of the Beatles' most famous and memorable songs, which have become classics in their own right. Thirdly, the album's cover art has become iconic, featuring the Beatles walking across the zebra crossing outside Abbey Road Studios.

The album is also significant for its use of innovative recording techniques. The Beatles were always pushing the boundaries of what was possible in the recording studio, and "Abbey Road" was no exception. The album features innovative use of stereo panning, sound effects, and studio tricks, such as the use of backward tape loops.

"Abbey Road" had a massive impact on popular music and culture. The album's songs have been covered by countless artists over the years, and the album itself has sold millions of copies worldwide. The album's cover art has also become iconic, with the zebra crossing outside Abbey Road Studios becoming a popular tourist destination.

The album's innovative use of recording techniques also had a significant impact on the music industry. The Beatles' use of stereo panning and sound effects set a new standard for what was possible in the recording studio, and many artists have since tried to emulate their techniques.

The misaligned apple on the back cover of The Beatles' "Abbey Road" album is a well-known and often-discussed detail among fans and collectors. The apple on the back cover of the album appears to be tilted or misaligned, with the top of the apple not aligning with the stem.

The reason for the misaligned apple is not entirely clear, and there are several theories as to why it was done. One theory is that it was a mistake made during the printing process that was not noticed until the album covers had already been produced. Another theory is that it was a deliberate move by the album's designer, John Kosh, as a playful nod to the band's record label, Apple Records.

In an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Kosh explained that the misaligned apple was intentional, saying, "It was just a joke, really. We had this big discussion about the typeface and the layout and all that, and then I said, 'Let's just do something silly.' And I turned the apple around."

Regardless of the reason, the misaligned apple has become a famous detail associated with the album and has added to the album's overall mystique and legend. Many fans and collectors consider a misaligned apple to be a sign of an original, early pressing of the album and a desirable addition to their collection.

This first issues of the Beatles "Abbey Road" can be recognized by the following attributes:

Label: The standard dark green Apple label The label does NOT have "Sold in the U.K..." statement.

The label has "Mfd. in U.K.".

The label has "Produced by George Martin"

Matrix/Stamper codes: YEX 749-2, YEX 750-1

Music Genre:

 English Beat, 60s Pop 

Album Production Information:

 The album: "Abbey Road " was produced by: George Martin. Photography Iain MacMillan

Record Label Information:

 Apple PCS 7088 / Yex. 749 Matrix/Stamper codes: YEX 749-2, YEX 750-1

Media Format:

 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

 1969 Manufactured in UK
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: BEATLES - Abbey Road Original UK misaligned Apple PC 7088
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • John Lennon
  • Paul McCartney
  • Ringo Starr
  • George Harrison
Complete Track-listing of the album "BEATLES - Abbey Road Original UK misaligned Apple PC 7088"

The detailed tracklist of this record "BEATLES - Abbey Road Original UK misaligned Apple PC 7088" is:

    Side One:
  1. Come Together
  2. Something
  3. Maxwell's Silver Hammer
  4. Oh! Darling
  5. Octopus Garden
  6. I Want You (She's So Heavy)
    Side Two:
  1. Here Comes The Sun
  2. Because
  3. You Never Give me Your Money
  4. Sun King
  5. Mean Mr Mustard
  6. Polythene Pam
  7. She Came in Through the Bedroom Window
  8. Golden Slumbers
  9. Carry That Weight
  10. The End
  11. Her Majesty
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  John Lennon (Full-name: John Winston Lennon 1940-1980) was an English musician, singer, and songwriter who rose to fame as a member of The Beatles, one of the most popular and influential bands in the history of rock music. Born in Liverpool, England, Lennon formed the Beatles in 1960 with Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. The band's blend of catchy melodies, witty lyrics, and innovative musical ideas quickly won them a massive following, and they went on to become one of the best-selling and most influential musical acts of all time.

 In addition to his work with the Beatles, Lennon was also a solo artist and political activist. He was known for his politically charged lyrics and his outspoken views on peace, love, and freedom, which made him one of the most controversial and influential musicians of the 1960s and 1970s.

 Lennon was tragically shot and killed in 1980 outside his apartment in New York City by Mark David Chapman, a fan who was obsessed with the musician. His death was widely mourned, and he remains one of the most beloved and revered musical figures of the 20th century.

 John Winston Lennon was born in Liverpool, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom on 9 October 1940. He was the first child of Alfred Lennon 14/12/1912 and Julia Elizabeth Stanley 12/03/1914.

 When he was 17 years old, his mother Julia Elizabeth Stanley died (15/07/1958). When he was 35 years old, his father Alfred Lennon died (01/04/1976).

 On 23/08/1962, he married Cynthia Lillian Powell 10/09/1939 in Liverpool, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom. On 20 March 1969, he married Yoko Ono 18 Februaray 1933. He was 21 years old when he married Cynthia Lillian Powell, who was 22 years old at that time. He was 28 years old when he married Yoko Ono. He got divorced from Cynthia Lillian Powell in 1968. He had one son with Cynthia Lillian Powell: Julian Lennon 8 April 1963.. John Lennon was married to Yoko Ono from 20 March 1969 until his death on 8 December 1980. So, they were married for 11 years.

 Since from 1956 to 1975, he worked as a Singer, songwriter, musician, social activist, house husband. He was 25 old at that time.

 On 8 December 1980, he died in New York City, New York, United States when he was 40 years old. In 1980, he was buried in Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. His partner Cynthia Lillian Powell died on 01/04/2015, 34 years after him.

  Paul McCartney (Full-name: Sir James Paul McCartney ) a British singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He rose to fame in the 1960s as a member of the Beatles, widely regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. After the group disbanded in 1970, McCartney formed the band Wings and continued to release successful albums throughout the 1970s. McCartney is regarded as one of the most successful and acclaimed musicians of all time, with numerous hit songs and awards, including multiple Grammy Awards and inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In addition to his musical career, he has also been active in humanitarian causes and animal rights activism.

 Paul McCartney married Linda Eastman on 12 March 1969. They had four children together: Mary (born 1969), Stella (born 1971), James (born 1977), and Heather (born 1978). Linda passed away in 1998 after battling breast cancer.

 Stella McCartney is a British fashion designer and daughter of Paul McCartney. She is known for her eponymous luxury fashion brand, Stella McCartney, which was established in 2001. She is known for her commitment to sustainable and ethical fashion, using environmentally friendly and cruelty-free materials in her designs. Stella has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including the Designer Brand of the Year award at the British Fashion Awards. She has also designed clothing and accessories for high-profile clients and events, including the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.

 Sir James Paul McCartney was born in Liverpool, Lancashire, England on 18 June 1942. His parents are James McCartney Sr 07/07/1902 and Mary Patricia Mohin 29/09/1909. His only brother is Peter Michael McCartney.

 When he was 14 years old, his mother Mary Patricia Mohin died (31/10/1956). When he was 33 years old, his father James McCartney Sr died (18/03/1976).

 His partner is Jane Asher. His partner is Francie Schwartz. His partner is Lady Linda Louise Eastman 24/9/1941, 24/09/1941. His partner is Dorothy "Dot" Rhone. He married Heather Mills in 2002. He married Nancy Shevell in 2011. He was 60 years old when he married Heather Mills. He was 69 years old when he married Nancy Shevell. He got divorced from Jane Asher in 1968. He got divorced from Dorothy "Dot" Rhone in 1962. He got divorced from Heather Mills in 2008. He has one son with Heather Mills: Beatrice Milly McCartney 2003.

 His occupation is singer, songwriter and musician who gained worldwide fame with the Beatles, for whom he played bass guitar and shared primary songwriting and lead vocal duties with John Lennon..

 His partner Lady Linda Louise Eastman died on 17/04/1998.

  George Harrison George Harrison was an English musician, singer, and songwriter. He was best known as the lead guitarist and one of the original members of the Beatles, widely regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. Harrison was also known for his solo work, which included several critically acclaimed albums and hit songs, as well as his contributions to the world of film, including the production of the Beatles' animated film "Yellow Submarine." He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Beatles and as a solo artist. In addition to his musical career, Harrison was also a spiritual seeker and advocated for Hinduism and other Eastern spiritual traditions. He passed away in 2001.

 George Harrison was born on 25 February 1943 in Liverpool, England. He formed the Beatles with John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr in the early 1960s, and the band went on to become one of the most successful and influential musical acts of all time. Harrison wrote several of the band's hit songs, including "Something," "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," and "Here Comes the Sun." He was also known for his distinctive lead guitar playing and was widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of his generation.

 After the Beatles disbanded in 1970, Harrison released several successful solo albums, including "All Things Must Pass" and "Living in the Material World." He also pursued a career in film production, including the production of the Monty Python film "Life of Brian."

 In addition to his musical and film careers, Harrison was also a spiritual seeker and was introduced to Hinduism in the late 1960s. He became an advocate for Eastern spirituality and helped to popularize Indian music and culture in the Western world. He was also involved in various charitable causes, including the Concert for Bangladesh, which he organized in 1971 to raise money for famine relief in Bangladesh.

  George Harrison passed away on November 29, 2001 after a long battle with cancer. He is remembered as a talented musician and spiritual seeker who made a lasting impact on the world of music and popular culture.

 He formed the Beatles with John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr in the early 1960s, and the band went on to become one of the most successful and influential musical acts of all time. Harrison wrote several of the band's hit songs, including "Something," "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," and "Here Comes the Sun." He was also known for his distinctive lead guitar playing and was widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of his generation.

 After the Beatles disbanded in 1970, Harrison released several successful solo albums, including "All Things Must Pass" and "Living in the Material World." He also pursued a career in film production, including the production of the Monty Python film "Life of Brian."

 In addition to his musical and film careers, Harrison was also a spiritual seeker and was introduced to Hinduism in the late 1960s. He became an advocate for Eastern spirituality and helped to popularize Indian music and culture in the Western world. He was also involved in various charitable causes, including the Concert for Bangladesh, which he organized in 1971 to raise money for famine relief in Bangladesh.

 George Harrison passed away on November 29, 2001 after a long battle with cancer. He is remembered as a talented musician and spiritual seeker who made a lasting impact on the world of music and popular culture.

  Ringo Starr (Real-name: Richard Starkey) a British musician, singer, and actor. He rose to fame in the 1960s as the drummer for the Beatles, widely regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. After the group disbanded in 1970, Starr released several successful solo albums and continued to perform as a musician and actor. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame both as a member of the Beatles and as a solo artist. In addition to his musical career, Starr has also been active in various charitable causes, including the Lotus Foundation, which he established with his wife Barbara Bach. He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to music and philanthropy.

 Barbara Bach is an American actress and model. She is best known for her role as Anya Amasova in the 1977 James Bond film "The Spy Who Loved Me." She married Ringo Starr in 1981 and has since been involved in various charitable causes, including the Lotus Foundation

 Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach have no children together. However, both have children from previous marriages. Ringo Starr has three children: Zak Starkey (born 1965), Jason Starkey (born 1967), and Lee Starkey (born 1970). Barbara Bach has one daughter, Francesca Gregorini (born 1968).

 Zak Starkey is an English musician and songwriter. He is the son of Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach. He is best known for his work as a drummer, having played with several high-profile bands and artists, including The Who, Oasis, and The Lightning Seeds. He has also released several solo albums and collaborated with various musicians on their projects. Zak has been praised for his drumming skills and has been recognized for his contributions to music, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Who.

 Sir Richard Starkey was born in Liverpool, Lancashire, England on 7 July 1940. He is the first child of Richard Starkey 1913 and Elsie Gleave 1914.

 When he was 40 years old, his father Richard Starkey died (1981). When he was 46 years old, his mother Elsie Gleave died (1987).

 He married Maureen Cox in 1965. He was 24 years old when he married Maureen Cox. He got divorced from Maureen Cox in 1975. He has three children with Maureen Cox: Zak Starkey 13 September 1965, Jason Starkey 19 August 1967), Lee Starkey 11 November 1970.

 His partner Maureen Cox died on 1994.

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