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Author:	Richard Ward
Title:	Iconic Albums: The Beatles - The White Album
Publisher:	Independently Published
Country:	UK
Date:	8 Feb 2025
Format:	Paperback
Genre:	Non-Fiction, Music
ISBN13 / Barcode:	9798309881451
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Collection:	I Own It I Want It
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115 pages. Book dimensions:‎ 15.24 cms x 0.66 cms x 22.86 cms.

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The Beatles’ White Album is one of the most enigmatic and celebrated records in rock history—an album that defied expectations, shattered conventions, and showcased the band at their most experimental and individualistic. Now, in Iconic Albums: The Beatles – The White Album, Richard Ward takes readers on an immersive journey through the creation, cultural impact, and enduring legacy of this groundbreaking double LP.

From the tranquil surroundings of Rishikesh, India, where many of the album’s songs were conceived, to the tension-filled sessions at Abbey Road Studios, The White Album was born from a time of artistic evolution, personal conflict, and boundless creativity. This book explores:

🎸 The road to The White Album — how Sgt. Pepper’s success and Brian Epstein’s death influenced its creation.
🎼 The recording sessions — unfiltered and unpredictable, marked by musical brilliance and internal tensions.
🎤 The songwriting genius of Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, and Starr — how each member’s evolving style shaped the album’s eclectic mix.
📀 The double album debate — was it a masterpiece of variety or a sprawling indulgence?
🎧 The Esher Demos — a rare glimpse into the album’s raw beginnings.
🌎 The influence of different cultures and genres — from folk and blues to avant-garde sound collages.

Featuring in-depth analysis of every track, behind-the-scenes insights, and reflections on how The White Album shaped the future of rock music, this book is essential reading for Beatles fans, music historians, and anyone fascinated by the creative process of one of the greatest bands of all time.

Discover the stories behind the songs, the hidden tensions, and the album’s lasting impact — because The White Album isn’t just music; it’s a moment in history.

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