The Beatles - Revolver / Ring Audio CD / RCD 1031

UPC 5998118710315

Made in Hungary 

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Product Features

• Label: Ring – RCD 1031
• Format: CD, Album
• Country: Hungary
• Released: 1992
• Genre: Rock
• Style: Pop Rock, Psychedelic Rock

Overview

Revolver is The Beatles' seventh studio album, originally released in 1966. Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential albums in the history of popular music, this release by the Hungarian label Ring in 1992 captures the band's transition into their psychedelic era. Combining diverse sounds, innovative recording techniques, and introspective lyrical content, Revolver showcases The Beatles' mastery of the studio as they experimented with Eastern philosophy, avant-garde influences, and unconventional instrumentation.

Featuring hits like "Eleanor Rigby" and "Yellow Submarine," the album marked a turning point in their career. The band pushed the boundaries of pop rock, creating an eclectic and innovative sound that has influenced countless musicians. From the experimental soundscapes of "Tomorrow Never Knows" to the classical undertones of "For No One", Revolver is a milestone that defined a generation.

Interesting Facts

• The album cover, designed by Klaus Voormann, won the 1967 Grammy Award for Best Album Cover, Graphic Arts.
• "Eleanor Rigby" is notable for its string octet arrangement, composed by Paul McCartney with George Martin orchestrating and conducting.
• "Love You To" features the influence of Hindustani classical music, with George Harrison playing the sitar and tambura.
• "Tomorrow Never Knows" incorporated tape loops, reverse recordings, and Indian-inspired drones, making it one of The Beatles' most innovative tracks.
• The album was initially released in two different versions: the UK edition featured 14 tracks, while the US version omitted three songs. This Ring Audio release presents the original 14-track format.

Track Listing

1. Taxman
2. Eleanor Rigby
3. I'm Only Sleeping
4. Love You To
5. Here, There And Everywhere
6. Yellow Submarine
7. She Said She Said
8. Good Day Sunshine
9. And Your Bird Can Sing
10. For No One
11. Dr. Robert
12. I Want To Tell You
13. Got To Get You Into My Life
14. Tomorrow Never Knows

Key Credits

• John Lennon: Lead, harmony, and backing vocals; rhythm and acoustic guitars; Hammond organ, Mellotron, harmonium; tape loops, tambourine, handclaps, finger snaps.
• Paul McCartney: Lead, harmony, and backing vocals; bass, rhythm, and lead guitars; piano, clavichord; tape loops, handclaps, finger snaps.
• George Harrison: Lead, harmony, and backing vocals; lead, acoustic, rhythm, and bass guitars; sitar, tambura, maracas, handclaps, finger snaps.
• Ringo Starr: Drums, tambourine, maracas, cowbell, shaker, handclaps, finger snaps; lead vocals on "Yellow Submarine".

Additional Musicians:

• Anil Bhagwat: Tabla on "Love You To".
• Alan Civil: French horn on "For No One".
• George Martin: Producer, mixing engineer, and instrumentalist on several tracks.
• Geoff Emerick: Recording and mixing engineer.