The Beatles – 1962 - 1966 II. / Ring Audio CD / RCD 1034

UPC 5998118710346 

Made in Hungary

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Product Features

• Label: Ring – RCD 1034
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: Hungary
• Genre: Rock
• Style: Rock & Roll, Pop Rock

Overview

1962-1966 II is a compilation of The Beatles' iconic mid-era hits, capturing their evolution from early rock and roll influences to more mature and introspective pop rock. Released by Ring Audio in Hungary, this collection focuses on tracks from 1965-1966, during a period when The Beatles expanded their musical and lyrical horizons.

These selections from albums like Help!, Rubber Soul, and Revolver reveal their growing experimentation with diverse genres and complex arrangements, including the folk-influenced "Norwegian Wood", the introspective "In My Life", and the psychedelic-pop anthem "Eleanor Rigby." This compilation showcases their transition from upbeat rock hits to reflective, multi-layered compositions.

Interesting Facts

• "Help!" was not only a chart-topping single but also the title track for the Beatles' second feature film.
• "Norwegian Wood" features one of the first uses of the sitar in Western pop music, played by George Harrison.
• "Eleanor Rigby" is notable for its classical string arrangement, marking a departure from typical rock instrumentation.
• "Day Tripper" and "We Can Work It Out" were released as a double A-side single, demonstrating the Beatles' continued dominance on the charts.

Track Listing

1. Help! – 2:19
2. You've Got To Hide Your Love Away – 2:10
3. We Can Work It Out – 2:16
4. Day Tripper – 2:48
5. Drive My Car – 2:27
6. Norwegian Wood – 2:05
7. Nowhere Man – 2:44
8. Michelle – 2:42
9. In My Life – 2:26
10. Girl – 2:31
11. Paperback Writer – 2:19
12. Eleanor Rigby – 2:06
13. Yellow Submarine – 2:38

Key Credits

• Composed by: Lennon-McCartney