The white album is by far my all time favorite LP. I received it as a Christmas gift in the 70's by my parents when I was a kid, together with some very good stereo earphones... and the experience was incredible, it opend up my mind forever. Pure magic, the most influential work of art in my whole life
I did get to listen to the 50th Anniversary White Album, the 2018 mixes are so much cleaner so you can hear every instrument. The demos and other versions help you see the path to the final version, makeing it very interesting to see their creative process. One point, Revolution #9 was inspired by Yoko’s work. It is important and the most modern thing on the album. It was 30 years ahead of its time. Today with sampling, looping, rap music using licks and drum tracks, etc. It was one of the first times a Collage of sound was used in this major way. It isn’t a typical song, but like Revolver or Stg Pepper’s, it changed the boundaries of music and is a core part of the White Album. 1968 was a terribly Turbulent year and in one soundscape, they encapsulated the Zeitgeist of the time and opened another door in the creative use of technology, the studio and art. Granted, it isn’t a “song” in a typical sense or our understanding of a song, but from the internet to the iPhone to social media, technology has changed everything and Revolution #9 was the first time technology was incorporated to make a “song” in this complete way. Therefore, in retrospect, it is significant and the White Album would be less a landmark without it. Just as Jackson Pollack’s drip paintings changed art, Revolution # 9 changed music moving forward.
I have to put my comments in context, I was almost a teenager when the White Album came out. The entire album was another masterpiece by the Beatles. It felt like each Beatle we’re doing their solo work, using the others as session players. Some how the whole is greater than the parts, so I take Revolution #9 as part of the whole. WNEW was the major radio station in New York where they would play albums or entire sides, unlike today. As I appreciate the song as a journey that starts with Back in the USSR and ends with Good Night, kind of like a Broadway show. In that sense I think it is a critical part of the album and times. Paul was the most melodic Beatle, producing the most pop tunes. John was more an artist, exploring sound, lyrics and ideas, as he did in Strawberry Fields vs Paul’s Penny Lane. So in that context I feel it belongs. Out of context, it seems to be out of place. I remember listening to it in 1968, it felt like a novel or painting where we tried to figure out what it meant. Just as Jimi Hendrix’s Star Bangle banner tell a story in soundscape, so does Revolution #9. It similar to the debate over modern classical music vs old classic music. Remember Lou Reed did an entire album of feed back and Neil Young did a side of an album. So as a culture artifacts I would want it kept on, but I agree that more than a song is too much as John’s and Yoko’s Two Virgins are not something you would listen to. It was Yoko’s influences from John Cage. That, essentially was the 60’ies. I Love your videos and I appreciate our discussion on Revolution #9. I see it as a time capsule and it brings me back to memories when it was the most discussed song on the album. It is a tribute to John that 50 years later we are still interpreting and debating the merits of it. That is an enduring work of art. I see it as art, not as just a song. I agree, if seen on musical merits, you have the better argument.
Here is an interesting discussion as well on Revolution #9: www.beatlesbible.com/songs/revolution-9/ Here is another debate on the 45th anniversary of the White Album on Revolution #9 from the now defunct Village Voice. www.villagevoice.com/2014/02/10/in-defense-of-the-beatles-much-loathed-revolution-9/
Another interesting article on Revolution #9 and the debate on it’s merits: amp.denofgeek.com/us/culture/the-beatles/272736/the-beatles-in-defense-of-revolution-9
Where did you find this version. This version sounds slightly different than the Eshers Demos recorded at Georges house. I like your version the best. Thanks for all you do!!
hey James! love this version! amazing how many times Ive listened to the Beatles and I still enjoy lthem like the 1st time I've heard them... Got to ask about the sweater James??? not familiar with that hockey teams logo. I'm assuming AHL or Jr's??? thanks for the lesson James!
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I didn't like the Sgt. Pepper remix they did last year, but the White Album definitely sounds better now than ever before. I always thought the original mixes (and recordings) were a bit sloppy compared to Pepper or Abbey Road for example.
That "sloppy" feel was part of the point of the White Album. After Pepper, they wanted something that was a little less polished/produced. Pepper was praised for having a concept, so they wanted to do an album that was just a bunch of songs in different styles without any real cohesiveness (which, ironically, is what I think gives it a cohesive feel). Pepper had the fancy album cover, so they wanted a cover that was minimal. As for the Pepper remix, I've always liked the mono version, which is the way the Beatles intended it to be heard. :)
@@jamesjames9275 I agree. The mono remasters which came out in 2009 were a true revelation to me. Just like many others I grew up listening to the tinny sounding 80s stereo remasters. I like good mono anway. Phil Spector, the Beach Boys and all that stuff.
They mixed the guitars down a little low on some tunes. But if you’re a fan of Paul’s bass and Ringo’s floor toms (like I am), there’s plenty to like about the new mix.
The white album is by far my all time favorite LP.
I received it as a Christmas gift in the 70's by my parents when I was a kid, together with some very good stereo earphones... and the experience was incredible, it opend up my mind forever. Pure magic, the most influential work of art in my whole life
I would've never guessed the white album is your favorite of all time. Very cool. You've got excellent taste. It's an amazing album.
GREAT 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 SUPERB. THANKS 😉
Great job JJ love the Martin thanks for your time Godbless you and all the ones you love !
just a general thank you for all the great lessons you give!
great james,just great!! imposible not sing along..
Super Deluxe effort from JJ!! Thank you!!!
Almost a Wings song :)
Love your videos
AWESOME.....
LOVE!!
I did get to listen to the 50th Anniversary White Album, the 2018 mixes are so much cleaner so you can hear every instrument. The demos and other versions help you see the path to the final version, makeing it very interesting to see their creative process. One point, Revolution #9 was inspired by Yoko’s work. It is important and the most modern thing on the album. It was 30 years ahead of its time. Today with sampling, looping, rap music using licks and drum tracks, etc. It was one of the first times a Collage of sound was used in this major way. It isn’t a typical song, but like Revolver or Stg Pepper’s, it changed the boundaries of music and is a core part of the White Album. 1968 was a terribly Turbulent year and in one soundscape, they encapsulated the Zeitgeist of the time and opened another door in the creative use of technology, the studio and art. Granted, it isn’t a “song” in a typical sense or our understanding of a song, but from the internet to the iPhone to social media, technology has changed everything and Revolution #9 was the first time technology was incorporated to make a “song” in this complete way. Therefore, in retrospect, it is significant and the White Album would be less a landmark without it. Just as Jackson Pollack’s drip paintings changed art, Revolution # 9 changed music moving forward.
I don't dismiss whatever artistic merits Revolution No. 9 might possess. I just agree with Paul: it doesn't belong on a Beatles album.
I have to put my comments in context, I was almost a teenager when the White Album came out. The entire album was another masterpiece by the Beatles. It felt like each Beatle we’re doing their solo work, using the others as session players. Some how the whole is greater than the parts, so I take Revolution #9 as part of the whole. WNEW was the major radio station in New York where they would play albums or entire sides, unlike today. As I appreciate the song as a journey that starts with Back in the USSR and ends with Good Night, kind of like a Broadway show. In that sense I think it is a critical part of the album and times. Paul was the most melodic Beatle, producing the most pop tunes. John was more an artist, exploring sound, lyrics and ideas, as he did in Strawberry Fields vs Paul’s Penny Lane. So in that context I feel it belongs. Out of context, it seems to be out of place. I remember listening to it in 1968, it felt like a novel or painting where we tried to figure out what it meant. Just as Jimi Hendrix’s Star Bangle banner tell a story in soundscape, so does Revolution #9. It similar to the debate over modern classical music vs old classic music. Remember Lou Reed did an entire album of feed back and Neil Young did a side of an album. So as a culture artifacts I would want it kept on, but I agree that more than a song is too much as John’s and Yoko’s Two Virgins are not something you would listen to. It was Yoko’s influences from John Cage. That, essentially was the 60’ies. I Love your videos and I appreciate our discussion on Revolution #9. I see it as a time capsule and it brings me back to memories when it was the most discussed song on the album. It is a tribute to John that 50 years later we are still interpreting and debating the merits of it. That is an enduring work of art. I see it as art, not as just a song. I agree, if seen on musical merits, you have the better argument.
Here is an interesting discussion as well on Revolution #9: www.beatlesbible.com/songs/revolution-9/
Here is another debate on the 45th anniversary of the White Album on Revolution #9 from the now defunct Village Voice. www.villagevoice.com/2014/02/10/in-defense-of-the-beatles-much-loathed-revolution-9/
Another interesting article on Revolution #9 and the debate on it’s merits: amp.denofgeek.com/us/culture/the-beatles/272736/the-beatles-in-defense-of-revolution-9
@@jamesjames9275 So... you won't be doing a lesson on the guitar part, I take it? ; )
Good good I like it
I love the added reverb on Lennons voice on Yer Blues....Massive saxes on Savoy Truffle....Lush strings on Good Night......Any others?
I like the first version/second take of Helter Skelter, I've heard this version before but can't recall where and had kind of forgotten about it.
Thank you helped me so much
like your shirt ЦСКА
Hope the Apple Police dont hear this..............
Where did this guy go?
He split for a solo career.
I know you don't like questions I've been watching you a long time I was just wondering how often you play?
I don’t mind questions at all. I play a couple hours a week these days - not enough.
@@jamesjames9275 do you have your own songs you kick ass on the guitar bro
Where did you find this version. This version sounds slightly different than the Eshers Demos recorded at Georges house. I like your version the best. Thanks for all you do!!
Which version did you get? The expanded 6 disc(?) Is this from the Garden sessions? Great lesson as always JJ!
I thought this song was played with a capo on the 1st fret
the album version is, but this version is half a step lower.
Me too
The United Jungle Band.
yes the guitar version sounds better than the album.
hey James! love this version! amazing how many times Ive listened to the Beatles and I still enjoy lthem like the 1st time I've heard them... Got to ask about the sweater James??? not familiar with that hockey teams logo. I'm assuming AHL or Jr's??? thanks for the lesson James!
Russian/Soviet. Not sure which team, what era.
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Very much sounds like a totally Paul driven mix.
I didn't like the Sgt. Pepper remix they did last year, but the White Album definitely sounds better now than ever before. I always thought the original mixes (and recordings) were a bit sloppy compared to Pepper or Abbey Road for example.
That "sloppy" feel was part of the point of the White Album. After Pepper, they wanted something that was a little less polished/produced. Pepper was praised for having a concept, so they wanted to do an album that was just a bunch of songs in different styles without any real cohesiveness (which, ironically, is what I think gives it a cohesive feel). Pepper had the fancy album cover, so they wanted a cover that was minimal. As for the Pepper remix, I've always liked the mono version, which is the way the Beatles intended it to be heard. :)
@@jamesjames9275 I agree. The mono remasters which came out in 2009 were a true revelation to me. Just like many others I grew up listening to the tinny sounding 80s stereo remasters. I like good mono anway. Phil Spector, the Beach Boys and all that stuff.
@@jamesjames9275 Goeff Emerick always said he couldn't stand to even listen to the stereo version of Pepper.
What did you find disappointing about the new mix? Just wondering because i trust your opinion so much
They mixed the guitars down a little low on some tunes. But if you’re a fan of Paul’s bass and Ringo’s floor toms (like I am), there’s plenty to like about the new mix.
Not sure about the C sharp minor in the chorus. Sort of works but most people just to the E
There's definitely a C# minor in there, easy to hear it on this outtake version.
Hi bro, chorus should be A E F#m
chords is missing here
Brilliant comment.