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Coffee Break: Abbey Road 50th Anniversary

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)

by Anna Weggel

September 26, 2019

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)