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I had received new CD collections for Anthology 1 and 2 for Christmas several years ago. They are both awesome and have provided many hours of listening enjoyment. I recently purchased a used edition of Anthology 2 which arrived in new condition and is equally great! It's also a fantastic and interesting listen. It's so cool to see how these wonderful songs were crafted in the studio. The live performances are great too! The Fab Four were such funny, clever, and cool dudes! The entire anthology collection is truly remarkable!
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Actually,it was more for the incredible amount of out-takes and promos and rarities that I decided to purchase this item.Having been a raving-mad BEATLEMANIAC from 64 to 1970 (saw them LIVE 3 times in Chicago)and blissfully ignorant of all the great stuff that remained in the vaults all these years,I could NOT pass this up.I must confess to having "moved on" to ABBA after the FAB FOUR went their separate ways and Lennon became YOKO ONO's shadow... In fact, I do NOT own any solo stuff by any of them after the SPLIT. It was atupid, petty, unnecessary and selfish.But by listening to them together I am instantly taken back to the hysteria, the magic, the hubbub, and suddenly I am thankful I am NOT 20 years younger. As soon as THE BEATLES deserted me, I found ABBA, GILBERT O'SULLIVAN, and a hundred other truly POP bands-AMEN CORNER,LOVE AFFAIR,SWEET, and many more that did not "GO HEAVY METAL" on me (HUMBLE PIE)nor made a noisy nuisance of themselves (NEW YORK DOLLS).....THE BEATLES for me were a true REVELATION/REVOLUTION, the complete opposite of the ORWELLIAN NIGHTMARE I had lived in CUBA for four years after the murderous CASTRO-CHE clan were hauling off to hard labour camps anyone who had long hair. They gave me a REASON to rebel, to scream and yell, as did HERMAN'S HERMITS, THE HOLLIES, THE YARDBIRDS, MANFRED MANN, THE KINKS, etc. THAT is my TIME MACHINE.Read full review
I have been a Beatles fan for almost 9 years now and any Beatles record or CD I can listen to I will. The anthology for me is interesting because it showcases the Beatles as "mere mortals". So often, the perception is The Beatles were almost supernatural. These outtakes demonstrate that although the Fab Four were quite talented, they were certainly capable of making mistakes, which they often did. The new song "Real Love" is very moving and it makes you wonder what would have been if John had not died. These songs cover the time period from 1965-1967. An arguement could be made this was their most creative period. The outtakes and demo of "Strawberry Fields Forever" vividly illustrate how a song goes from start to finish. Though a Beatles fan would definitely enjoy any of the anthologies, even a new fan can find material to they would like on Anthology 2. I have not purchased Anthology 3, but after listening to this set, I am probably going to get it. I give The Beatles Anthology 2 the highest rating possible because I truly believe it is excellent. The Beatles music is timeless and always entertaining whether your 10, 50 or 99. Hopefully, I'll still be listening to them when I'm 64!Read full review
Great stuff for the true fan.I love the acoustic playing in "I'm Looking Through You" It's to bad the bridge was not written at that time.A local radio station a couple of years ago had a day when they played all 3 anthologys back to back.I couldn't figure out why.Anyway,I tuned in when I was in my car,and the song was"Got to Get You Into My Life"A great song,but not on this lp.All that was on was that single note and I thought,how dreadful for someone tuning in and hearing that.I don't think it should have even been on the disc. "Strawberry Fields Forever" is really great.It starts with John playing in his room with an acoustic guitar.with 3 different parts,you get the real deal of how the song developed.I'm so glad that was on there.
I'm a huge Beatles fan. I thought that I had listened to every recording they made until I came across the Anthology Series. There are 3 Anthology sets, each contains 2 cds and a small booklet that describes the music as well as where the Beatles were in their musical development. The recording quality and production aspect of each cd is excellent. You get to hear multiple takes of a song and experience the genesis of how it became the familiar song that you listen to today. Perhaps the most important and interesting parts for true Beatles fans are the verbal exchanges that take place between band members as they discuss how certain songs should sound. You also get a hint at just how close these four extremely talented people were. I can assure you, if you are a Beatles Fan, you will not be disappointed in any of the 3 Anthology Series. It was one of the best purchases I have ever made and I know that you will feel the same. Don't be surprised if you find yourself listening to these over and over, they are that good!Read full review
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