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Coffee Break: Abbey Road 50th Anniversary

by Anna Weggel

September 26, 2019

The zebra crossing, with EMI Studios in the background in 1969.
The zebra crossing, with EMI Studios in the background in 1969.Dr. Ronald Kunze | Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Today in 1969, The Beatles released their 11th studio album, Abbey Road.

This Friday, a 4-disc Super Deluxe Edition of the album will be released featuring 23 outtakes and demos and a new stereo album mix sourced directly from the original eight-track session tapes.

It's one of Jill's favorite albums of all time, so for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, let's dive in. Sit back, relax, and enjoy Abbey Road side 2.

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Songs played

The Beatles - Here Comes The Sun
The Beatles - Because
The Beatles - Abbey Road Medley 1 (You Neve... Through The Bathroom Window)
The Beatles - Abbey Road Medley 2 (Golden S...rs/Carry That Weight/The End)