Single B-side Collection

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★A collection of The Beatles' original mono UK single B-sides! ★A carefully crafted compilation of Eternal Grooves! [Limited-edition digipack edition] Since their debut in October 1962 with the single "Love Me Do," The Beatles enjoyed a string of hits, including "Please Please Me," "From Me to You," "She Loves You," and "I Want to Hold Your Hand." At the time, they frantically wrote new songs between tours, and releasing a single every four months was a key mission. And they delivered results with "Can't Buy Me Love," "A Hard Day's Night," "Ticket to Ride," and "Help!" However, their B-sides are often overlooked. But listening to the B-sides alone, in release order, will surprise you with new discoveries. The versions included are based on the original UK singles. The bonus tracks include alternate versions of the same songs as the UK single, where possible. This album showcases the charm of another side of the world's greatest rock band, the Beatles.

1) P.S. I Love You

"P.S. I Love You" was only the fourth track recorded at EMI Studios. A memorable moment occurs towards the end, with John, Paul, and George taking turns on vocals.

2) Ask Me Why

The B-side of "Please Please Me" is "Ask Me Why," from their Hamburg days. Even R. Bernstein praised the level of perfection.

3) Thank You Girl

John and Paul's vocals are captivating throughout the track. The UK single features a different mix of John's harmonica.

4) I'll Get You

A hidden gem, recorded along with "She Loves You" on July 1, 1963.

5) This Boy

A masterpiece with beautiful harmonies that belie his young talent.

6) You Can't Do That

Recorded on February 25, 1964, George's birthday, featuring a Rickenbacker 12-string.

7) Things We Said Today

B-side of "A Hard Day's Night."

Attractive minor and major key changes.

8) She's a Woman

B-side of "I Feel Fine." Little Richard-style R&B, sung by Paul alone.

9) Yes It Is

A wonderful three-part chorus on the B-side of "Ticket to Ride." George's volume playing creates a string-like atmosphere.

10) I'm Down

A perfect rock 'n' roll B-side of "Help!", recorded as a concert finale.

11) Rain

B-side of "Paperback Writer." Manipulating the tape speed and adding reverse-playing vocals creates a trippy feeling.

12) Baby You're A Rich Man

The B-side of "All You Need Is Love." Recorded entirely in one night, May 11, 1967.

13) I Am The Walrus

No explanation needed. This historic number symbolizes The Beatles in 1967.

★Japanese liner notes. 5,800 characters, 8 pages. ★Product licensed by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Music (JASRAC) ★Cover uses licensed photo from Getty Images Japan

■Track List *UK Single Mono 1 P.S. I Love You 2 Ask Me Why 3 Thank You Girl 4 I'll Get You 5 This Boy 6 You Can't Do That 7 Things We Said Today 8 She's a Woman 9 Yes It Is 10 I'm Down 11 Rain 12 Baby You're a Rich Man 13 I Am the Walrus

BONUS 14 P.S. I Love You BBC 1963.6.17 15 Ask Me Why BBC 1963.9.3 16 Thank You Girl EMI 1963.3.5 / Stereo of take 30) 17 I'll Get You BBC 1963.9.7 18 This Boy EMI 1963.10.17 / (Stereo of take 15) 19 You Can't Do That BBC July 14, 1963 20 Things We Said Today BBC July 14, 1963 21 She's a Woman (take 2) EMI October 8, 1964 / (Stereo of take 2) 22 Yes It Is (RS 1) EMI February 16, 1965 / Stereo (RS 1) 23 I Am the Walrus EMI September 29, 1967 / Stereo (US only)

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