The Beatles – 1967-1970 II. / Ring Audio CD / RCD 1036

UPC 5998118710360 

Made in Hungary

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Product Features

• Label: Ring – RCD 1036
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: Hungary
• Genre: Rock
• Style: Pop Rock

Overview

1967-1970 II (commonly referred to as "The Blue Album") is a compilation of some of The Beatles' most iconic songs from the latter half of their career. Spanning from 1967 to 1970, this Hungarian CD edition captures the band's evolution from their early pop rock roots to more experimental and reflective compositions. Released under Ring Audio, this album offers 14 of the band's timeless tracks, including George Harrison's introspective songwriting contributions and the legendary Lennon-McCartney partnership.

The collection includes classics like "Here Comes the Sun", "Let It Be", "Come Together", and "The Long and Winding Road", illustrating The Beatles' groundbreaking achievements in music during this period. The mix of pop, rock, and the band's innovative production techniques helped shape modern music for generations to come.

Interesting Facts

• The compilation is often referred to as "The Blue Album" to distinguish it from 1962-1966 ("The Red Album"), which features their earlier work.
• George Harrison composed four tracks on this album, including the beloved "Here Comes the Sun" and "While My Guitar Gently Weeps".
• "The Long and Winding Road" and "Let It Be" were part of The Beatles' final studio recordings, encapsulating the emotional ending of their remarkable journey.
• This collection highlights the diverse range of the band’s musical influences, from Indian classical music to American rock and soul.

Track Listing

1. Back In The U.S.S.R. – 2:45
2. While My Guitar Gently Weeps – 4:46
3. Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da – 3:11
4. Get Back – 3:12
5. Don't Let Me Down – 3:34
6. The Ballad Of John And Yoko – 2:59
7. Old Brown Shoe – 3:20
8. Here Comes The Sun – 3:07
9. Come Together – 4:18
10. Something – 3:02
11. Octopus's Garden – 2:52
12. Let It Be – 3:52
13. Across The Universe – 3:47
14. The Long And Winding Road – 3:37

Key Credits

• Composed by:
  • George Harrison: Tracks 2, 7, 8, 10
  • Lennon-McCartney: Tracks 1, 3-6, 9, 12-14
  • Ringo Starr (R. Starkey): Track 11