The Beatles – Yellow Submarine / Ring Audio CD / RCD 1041

UPC 5998118710414 

Made in Hungary 

ADD

Product Features

• Label: Ring – RCD 1041
• Format: CD, Album
• Country: Hungary
• Released: 1992
• Genre: Rock, Stage & Screen
• Style: Pop Rock

Overview

Released in 1969, Yellow Submarine is the iconic tenth studio album by The Beatles, serving as the soundtrack to the animated film of the same name. This 1992 Hungarian reissue by Ring captures the eclectic mix of Beatles’ music and George Martin’s orchestral scores, making it a timeless piece for fans and collectors alike. The album features six Beatles tracks, including classics like "Yellow Submarine" and "All You Need Is Love," alongside four new songs such as "Hey Bulldog" and "Only A Northern Song." The remainder of the album is filled with selections from George Martin’s orchestral score, which was pivotal to the film’s whimsical atmosphere.

Although Yellow Submarine wasn’t originally seen as a major release by the band, it still made an impressive impact, reaching the top 5 in both the UK and US charts. The album has since garnered a mixed reception due to its balance of songs and instrumentals, yet remains a vital part of The Beatles’ discography and pop culture legacy.

Interesting Facts

• The album was conceived as part of The Beatles’ contractual obligations to their label, and four new songs were written and recorded specifically for this soundtrack.
• This release includes compositions by George Harrison, notably "Only A Northern Song" and "It’s All Too Much," alongside several Lennon-McCartney classics.
• Yellow Submarine reached new life on its 30th anniversary, with the Yellow Submarine Songtrack edition, which remixed and expanded the selection of Beatles tracks, omitting the orchestral scores.
• The orchestral pieces by George Martin add a distinctive filmic quality, complementing the Beatles' playful and psychedelic music.
• This Hungarian reissue from 1992 is a collector’s edition, preserving the Analog-Digital-Digital (ADD) transfer, keeping the audio quality consistent with its original vinyl counterparts.

Track Listing

1. Yellow Submarine – The Beatles (Composed by Lennon-McCartney)
2. Only A Northern Song – The Beatles (Composed by George Harrison)
3. All Together Now – The Beatles (Composed by Lennon-McCartney)
4. Hey Bulldog – The Beatles (Composed by Lennon-McCartney)
5. It's All Too Much – The Beatles (Composed by George Harrison)
6. All You Need Is Love – The Beatles (Composed by Lennon-McCartney)
7. Pepperland – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by George Martin)
8. Sea Of Time – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by George Martin)
9. Sea Of Holes – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by George Martin)
10. Sea Of Monsters – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by George Martin)
11. March Of The Meanies – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by George Martin)
12. Pepperland Laid Waste – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by George Martin)
13. Yellow Submarine In Pepperland – George Martin And His Orchestra (Composed by Lennon-McCartney)

Key Credits

• Vocals, Instruments:
  • John Lennon: Lead and backing vocals, guitars, piano, harpsichord, harmonica, handclaps
  • Paul McCartney: Lead and backing vocals, bass, guitar, trumpet, percussion, handclaps
  • George Harrison: Lead and backing vocals, guitars, Hammond organ, violin, percussion
  • Ringo Starr: Drums, percussion, backing vocals, lead vocals on "Yellow Submarine"
• Orchestral Scores:
• George Martin: Orchestral compositions, piano on "All You Need Is Love," production