The Beatles - What Makes Abbey Road So Special?

[@joecalabria1892]

I’m a 62 year old Beatles fanatic and I just witnessed the best video ever done about them!! And I’ve seen countless! Jon, you brought me to tears near the end. You have such a gift of bringing their miraculous talents to the surface! This was perfectly done. The Beatles were the best band to ever live. Won’t be topped! I’m pretty sure I can say the same for this video! A masterpiece! I sure hope you do more about them on any level you choose. God bless you and thank you so much Jon!

[@JonBlackstone]

I want you to know I don’t think I’ve ever received such a great compliment. I mean that sincerely. Your kind words made my year. Thank you so much. I look forward to hearing from you again!

[@JonBlackstone]

And God bless you too! He is good!

[@Kermit_T_Frog]

I agree. This was just a masterful analysis.

[@JonBlackstone]

@@Kermit_T_FrogThanks for the kind words. It’s so cool to hear from others who love this music as I do!

[@stevetruth2696]

Amen! And I have to read the book about Mal Evans. He was a huge part of their crew.

[@jnagarya519]

"Because" is so exquisitely beautiful. How _gentle_ he could be!

[@ConglomerationCat]

Holy crap....your best video yet......damn. I'm still wiping away some tears. My wife and I played Golden Slumbers up to The End at our wedding for a large group photo. And the moment of silence we had was for my father who passed away a couple of months before we got married. Right after The End, you could hear a pin drop. Thank you so much for this incredible video. Bravo and my dad would be proud.

[@JonBlackstone]

Wow. I don’t think I could hope for a nicer compliment. Seriously. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@ConglomerationCat]

@@JonBlackstone You're sure welcome friend! Hope you're having a good week. -Sam

[@pocopico7409]

Very nice. Thank you for your well-communicated enthusiasm for the Beatles. For people that lived through it, no amount of praise for them during those times is too much, and never gets old. The world sat up and took notice of them when they first appeared in 1963, and it has really never ended. What they gave to the world was simply astounding, and of course, will never be equaled. Just the fact that those four individuals met, formed a band, and did everything they did in only about eight short years, was not only impressive, but it seems like it would have been impossible for it to have happened by chance. That relatively brief period of history was truly magical.

[@JonBlackstone]

I love what you wrote. You stated it eloquently. Of course you know I agree with every word! Thanks for watching!

[@Steve-d8s]

Spot on

[@JonBlackstone]

@@Steve-d8sThanks for watching!

[@JonBlackstone]

I just read your comment again. It’s equally miraculous they ended up with George Martin as producer. It was a match made in heaven. Not too mention Richard Lester directing their first two films. With the Beatles the more you learn the more astonishing their story becomes.

[@pocopico7409]

@@JonBlackstone: Oh yes, I agree. George Martin was a huge reason for their success and the “magic“ of the Beatles overall. Richard Lester, too! It was just amazing how it all came together…like perfect ingredients to the Beatles recipe. I never thought Martin got enough credit, but then, he probably didn’t care. Martin’s instrumental contributions to the Beatles music alone were significant and noteworthy. It was often the difference between a song just being good or FANTASTIC! I think one of my favorites was from the “A Hard Day’s Night“ movie, when Ringo was walking around by himself with his camera…all forlorn. Martin did an instrumental version of “This Boy“ and titled it, “Ringo’s Theme“. It was an absolutely beautiful and unforgettable scene in the movie, and it was mainly due to pairing that unforgettable scene with Martin’s unforgettable instrumental music.

[@pattiburton9976]

Brilliant, Jon, just brilliant! Thank you! ❤

[@JonBlackstone]

Glad you enjoyed it Patti! I was hoping you would. 😎🎶❤️

[@aureliande2659]

Did I enjoy this video? A ' yes' is not enough. The combination of truly knowledgeable commentary with so many rare and well-found sources, let alone the acoustic evidence that truly explains and opens up a deeper understanding of the songs, is nothing short of a masterpiece itself. I've been doing Beatles reading, listening, and research for decades and all I can say is Thank you.

[@JonBlackstone]

I have to tell you your comments went straight to my heart. I pour a lot of work and love into my videos and you made it all worth it. Thank you for sharing and thank you for watching!

[@larrypeterson2737]

Yes, awesome review 👏

[@JonBlackstone]

@@larrypeterson2737Thanks for watching!

[@scottmcgregor4829]

I have played drums for 55 years and I have never found anyone who could play like Ringo. One of the greatest session drummers in the 70s, Jim Keltner, was driven crazy to play like Ringo. Jim would say " it sounds like you need Ringo because you don't need me. Only Ringo can give you what you want. Ringo was a lefty that played right handed, and his approach was completely unique.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your own thoughts about Ringo. I have 5 favorite drummers; but Ringo tops the list. Cheers!

[@apassageoftime]

Beautifully researched and presented! Your love and dedication for the subject matter is admirable. Their impact and contribution to music is still at another, probably untouchable level. 👏

[@JonBlackstone]

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@apassageoftime]

@@JonBlackstone looking forward to more of these deep dives into the greats of rock and pop music. Clearly this is a labor of love.

[@badhabits25]

I couldn't have said it bèttet, thank you.​@@JonBlackstone

[@JuanLopez-ef5pr]

Very good analysis....but I've been enjoying their music since late 63 and one argument that I always bring is : 1. Hits and catchy tunes are necessary...after some time don't like them so much. 2. Being so " primitive " as he said he was..John came up with wonderful stuff nobody talks about( rhythm guitar in All my loving..clavioline in Baby you're a rich man..the guitar part in Oh darling...his solos parts in The end...etc..etc..etc...).. and songs like Walrus or strawberry fields and I want you. Nowadays is about Paul..Paul..Paul... I can understand why.... but I'd rather listen to Don't let me down or Revolution #9... than to Maxwell's silver hammer or Obladi oblada.( coming from a music " god".)...which I can't. My favorite songs from Abbey Road are John's. Come together..I want you..Because.

[@JonBlackstone]

@@JuanLopez-ef5prI love hearing from Beatles fans who are audiophiles! I too have a expensive surround audio system. However I haven’t invested in Atmos yet. My system is state of the art for 5.1 music and I have a massive library of surround music including the surround Blu-ray Discs that came with the deluxe box sets of Giles Martin’s remixes. I’ve listened to the Atmos mixes of Pepper and Abbey Road and I think they sound amazing. I also love the surround mix of the Love soundtrack. Thanks for watching!

[@jtmichaelson]

Excellent review. Love your appreciation for the best music. When anyone tells me the Beatles were overrated or sucks, or whatever, I don't bother telling them anything, I don't bother having them listen to anything or engage, but I will tell them, "Sorry, not everyone can be like your Kid Rock" and it usually pisses them off.

[@JonBlackstone]

That’s a hilarious response! Thanks for the kind words and thank you for watching!

I’ll tell them something like, perhaps KISS is more your speed.

[@cypeman8037]

Superb, I’ve been waiting 55 years for someone to review this album. The wait is thankfully over, “They’re incredible “ does it for me.

[@elenamontenegro3270]

Just makes my throat knot up and tears come to my eyes. Marvellous

[@JonBlackstone]

I don’t think I could get a better compliment than that. Because that’s what the Beatles music does to me too. Thank you for watching!

[@Fajrereto]

It's a pitty that I am not a native English speaker... I live in Moscow, I am 62 years old, AND I HATE THIS WAR!!! 😡 My friends say Abbey Road is the best Beatles album. For me, it's Sgt Pepper. But never mind! Thanks a lot for this video! LET THERE BE PEACE! ❤❤❤ Mundo paparazzi mi amore chica ferdi parasol! 🤣

[@gregrea9578]

Be careful and be safe. Things may get much worse over there before it's over with.

[@JollyGraham]

Love your comments and glad you like the music which being English I’m very proud of. We know that the huge majority of Russians are decent people and hate the war as we do. Wishing you well.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words!

[@JonBlackstone]

@@JollyGraham Thank you for watching and for the kind words!

[@dalehas2]

One of the greatest album reviews of one of the greatest albums in music history. Brilliantly researched & beautifully presented, with wonderful photos & videos of the boys in the studio working on their masterpiece. I especially loved the isolation of guitar, bass, drum & vocal tracks, so we could hear the brilliance of the parts which contributed to the beauty of each song. I saw The Beatles in Sydney in 1964, researched their music extensively and taught Beatlemania at university for many years ... but I discovered so much from your spectacular review. I'd love to see your review of more Beatles masterpieces ...especially Rubber Soul, Revolver, Sgt. Pepper's & A Hard Day's Night 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@JonBlackstone]

WOW I’ve rarely received such a wonderful response. Thank you so much. I’d like to hear about the course you taught. I would love to do that! I’m definitely doing more album reviews. I hope to hear from you again!

[@Steve-d8s]

There will never be another band like the Beatles!! I wish they were all still alive and could produce more music.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching!

[@thetoadsong]

That was tremendous Jon! Thank you!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!

[@alv4794]

It is an amazing album and an emotional album for me too. The medley is amazing and the ending kinda chokes me up......lots of memories about loved ones and loss and the end of the Beatles. Anyway.......great review hope you do many more!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for the kind words. I sincerely appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed it. There’s more on the way!

[@hollywebster6844]

I love the juxtaposition of George Martin's crisp white shirt and tie with the Beatles' jeans. To me, this echos the elegant orchestration playing against and interweaving with the hard, crunchy, at times in-your-face vocals and Beatles' instruments. Maybe not intentional with the fashion, but absolutely genius musically.

[@JonBlackstone]

I couldn’t agree more. Thanks for watching!

[@markv.5962]

i think you just spoke for all of us.Feb 9 1964 the most important day in the life of a then 13 yr old, me. Your video actually made me cry. The best and most sincere statement on the Beatles i have ever seen. YOU TOUCHED ALOT OF PEOPLE. Im so proud of them. the Beatles, a triumph of mankind

[@trublu71]

Can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this video! As a huge Beatles fan, I’m always clamoring to hear reactions from other Beatles fans. Cheers and all the best!

[@JonBlackstone]

I appreciate your kind words! Thanks for watching and Happy New Year!

[@mellolley8066]

What a GREAT 35 minutes i just spent. Well done !!!! Beatles will always be my #1❤

[@JonBlackstone]

@@mellolley8066 Thanks for watching! So glad you enjoyed it !

[@jesper856]

I couldnt agree more.Abbey Road is their masterpiece album.

[@JonBlackstone]

@@jesper856 Sorry I just saw your comment. Thanks for watching!

[@Kermit_T_Frog]

You have restored my faith in KZbin. Great commentary. Highlighting of details that would make it an even better listening experience. AND WITHOUT THE NEGATIVITY.

[@JonBlackstone]

I really appreciate all your kind words. Especially since I know it’s not easy bein’ green. 😎 Thanks again!

[@jnagarya519]

"I Want You (She's So Heavy)" is both utterly simple minimalism and soaringly majestic -- listen after the singing ends . . .

[@davidfeltz8697]

Top tier for me. This album still blows my mind!

[@SuhbeTV]

Incredible video and review! My favorite for sure

[@JonBlackstone]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching! Please share!

[@lindamcgough3645]

Too often, I forget how beautiful the Beatles are. Then I hear the opening bars of anything they've done, and my soul closes it's eyes just to listen. I'll go down proclaiming Ringo as the greatest drummer of all time! He is incomparable. He's a true artist.

[@JonBlackstone]

I totally agree! I have three favorite drummers, but Ringo sits right at the top. My other two are John Bonham and Charlie Watts. Thanks for watching!

[@jonvought700]

And I love that he's getting some deserved recognition!

[@lawrencegatti8283]

Your enthusiasm and knowledgable analysis greatly enhanced my enjoyment of this familiar album. Thank you.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching and for the kind words!

[@martinanetikova1630]

I just can’t stop watching this…, thank you so much, Jon! And I am really thrilled to be in such a good company of such profound and loving Beatlemaniacs. And yes, I also have never enough listening to this masterpiece of all times. Thank you❤, love the Beatles forever❤

[@JonBlackstone]

You are so welcome! I feel the same way about connecting with others who love this music as much as I do. Right now I’m working another Beatles episode. Thanks for watching!

[@martinanetikova1630]

@@JonBlackstone oh, that’s great! Looking forward to watching already 🥰

[@Chris_LaFrance_MAI]

I was reading some of the comments out of curiosity and you got a lot of fans who share the same sentiments - kudos to u...

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for the kudos! And thanks for watching!

[@mac2658]

Thanks, very moving. As always Golden slumbers brings me to tears, I don't know why. Abbey road is the first album I ever bought, I was 16.

[@JonBlackstone]

So glad you found it moving. That’s the best compliment I could hope for. Thanks for watching!

[@brianreid1075]

Awesome post, dude. Thanks.

[@JonBlackstone]

Glad you enjoyed it! It’s so cool connecting with fellow fans who “understand”. Thanks for watching!

[@mykeyoh1536]

found this at 2am during a rare California heatwave when i couldn't sleep. Was wide awake by the end of this video. SO WELL DONE!! thanks so much for posting. loved it it. GREAT JOB SIR!!!👏👏👍👍😎😎✌✌

[@fabfour19641]

Great video! Sixty years later and we still are talking about, listening to and enjoying the GREATEST BAND EVER! We still love them because the music was GOOD! Lennon and McCartney will live for ever! Harrison and Starkey will live forever! What’a my favorite album? All twelve of them - I think I’ll kick back now and listen to Abbey Road. Their final Masterpiece!

[@JonBlackstone]

Sorry, I just now saw your comment. Just wanted to thank you for the great comments and thank you for watching!

[@scruffyapples]

You have perfectly articulated everything I love about this album and band.

[@JonBlackstone]

What a nice compliment. That means more than you can know. Thanks for watching!

[@StanKindly]

Wow, the world needs Here Comes The Sun more than ever right now!

[@JonBlackstone]

Agreed! Thanks for watching!

[@lumpielump3576]

thanks a bunch for reminding me of these fantabulous guys and their masterpiece. I was especially moved to tears by the use of "Because" from that family - really awesome singing!

[@JonBlackstone]

Isn’t that beautiful?!! I found it while doing research for this episode and it moved me too. Thank you for watching!

[@Cali-k6u]

The Get Back film shows how hard they worked on the smallest details & their “best idea wins” process created the greatest music of all time. Thanks for your dedicated detail & exuberance reviewing what could be the greatest album of all time! Fabs Rule!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words!

[@stingfan16ify]

Beautifully done and so spot-on!!! This album is my favorite of their's, and one of the finest albums from ANY artist ever!!! It's picture perfect in every way, and the ultimate send-off for any band EVER!!! It just doesn't get any better than this! Again, your review was really great!!! Well Done!!!

[@willswalkingwest7267]

Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU!!!! I so much needed this today. What a great run down and tribute to my favorite music album EVER. God, I remember buying it when it came out. I saved my allowance, I bought it in the record section of our local department store. I didn't have a proper hi-fi (stereo), back then. I had a record player that my cousin gave me. I put this album on and died. It was pure magic then. AND....when I got to the end and then Her Majesty came on I FREAKED! They didn't have that track listed on the cover back then. I have gone through a dozen vinyl copies of Abbey Road throughout the years since then. It stirs so much wistfulness, happiness and sadness when I hear it. I ALWAYS tear up at the end. It's such a beautiful piece of music that will last the ages, long after we're gone. A truly awe inspiring masterpiece. I truly believe...that if people are still around in a few hundred years, that they will be pulling Abbey Road out and playing it like we play Beethoven, Bach or any of the old masters. Thank you again, what a joyous tribute. xoxoxo

[@JonBlackstone]

I heartily agree with every word you wrote! Thank you for the kind words!

[@billartolawhipple2365]

What an amazing love letter! I remember the magical feeling dancing to the Octopus’ Garden in 1974 as a 4 year old and this is still my favorite album ever. I know and love every moment of it. ❤ Great review!!!

[@JonBlackstone]

Oh wow! What a great compliment! Seriously, you made my day! Hope to hear from you again. Thanks for watching.

[@billartolawhipple2365]

@@JonBlackstone Thanks Jon! definitely will- keep up the great work!!

[@marksantostefano1637]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I remember waiting in line to buy this album when it came out and I couldn’t stop playing it. Certainly a masterpiece and my favorite of the Beatles albums.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching! Here’s the complete Abbey Road episode if you’re interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIG7oquViq2taMksi=Rswu6LarxiqWK5Wj

[@akeithing1841]

Very well done sir! I can tell you absolutely love them and that makes it really enjoyable to watch! I laughed and cried

[@JonBlackstone]

What a wonderful compliment. I sincerely appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching!

[@stevetruth2696]

I feel so blessed to have been just old enough to experience the Beatles. In fact, all of the music from 'my time' growing up is some of the best. I can die a happy man. This was a great and passionate video of their last album. They will be played long after people like TS have traveled back to the creator.

[@JonBlackstone]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@goodgollymr]

Wow, please more of these. Great commentary and amazing to hear the isolated snippets ❤

[@JonBlackstone]

More to come! Thanks for watching!

[@erichnussbaum]

I was born in 1953. I grew up with the music of the Beatles in Switzerland. We had a single radio station that had one hour a week! of pop music! I sat there with my cassette recorder to record the new song by the Beatles and then other groups. It was incredible! Thank you for die video! It gives me a lot!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your story. I smiled when I read that you used to record using a cassette recorder. I used to do the same thing. Thanks again!

[@Michael-v5s1f]

I commented a bit ago and I wanted to Thank you so very much for this. As a huge Beatle fan of how much I've learned about this album. Thanks again man, From one Beatle fan to another. This was incredible. 👍👍👍👍 Oh and a new subscriber.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for such a wonderful compliment! As you can imagine it’s a labor of love. But these episodes take hundreds of hours work. I’m hoping to become a full time content creator but I’m still working a regular full time job!

[@Michael-v5s1f]

@JonBlackstone I'm a 66 year old and on a fixed income. But if I had one creator to help financially I would send in money on patron in a heartbeat. All I have is a big ole thank you. I'm subscribed so I'm sure whatever you do will be GREAT. Thanks again. I'm heading up to listen to Abbey Road once again .👍👍👍👍

[@MikeM91320]

Incredible video, John, and please, do go on for hours more about the Beatles. Abbey Road is one of the greatest albums ever and I listen to it often. I really appreciate hearing the tracks of various parts that we the Public usually never hear. Thanks brother!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for the kind words. I truly appreciate it. I pour a lot of work into my videos and it’s so cool to know you enjoy them. Thank you for watching!

[@graceonline320]

Thanks very much for this great documentary about such a wonderful album. There was so much that I didn't know about how this album was made.

[@richardsorman1585]

Great video! I have loved this record for 45 years. It's definitely unique. Best sounding Beatles record aswell.

[@JonBlackstone]

Couldn't agree more! So glad you enjoyed the video!

I still get chills when I hear Paul’s vocals on Oh Darling. Such an incredible song.

[@JonBlackstone]

Agreed! Thanks for watching!

[@tonyjames1953]

e but an acknowledgement of something that happens so seldom as to remain beyond explanation. Who could have foreseen that 4 regular lads from Liverpool would literally rock the world with their collective genius! And I wanted to ad, Jon, one hell of an awesome presentation! The best I have yet seen.

[@JonBlackstone]

Wow thanks for such a glowing review! Talking about The Beatles makes it easy because their music is so inspiring. I’ve been listening my entire life and they still thrill me every time. Thanks for watching!

[@jonvought700]

Terrific job breaking down this miraculous album. No wonder I love it so much! This album's just literally peerless, isn't it? Something sure went right in the making of it, right? Something... came together.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching; and for the kind words. Making this video was a labor of love!

[@lindamcgough3645]

No one can imitate Ringo's playing. No one!

[@redlinecollectibles]

Another creative Gem! Thank you Jon👌

[@JonBlackstone]

I can’t thank you enough for taking the time to say you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching!

[@handlessbeggar11]

55 year old Beatle Fanatic / Tragic. This is the best presentation celebrating The Beatles. The blend of photos / images and isolated tracks is majestic. The film of the Leslie speaker at work when covering Georges guitar part made me laugh but impressed about the small details you are aware of. Glad to be a part of your tribe Jon ( new subscriber )

[@JonBlackstone]

Wow what a great compliment. Thank you. Sincerely. I couldn’t hope for a better response. Hope to hear from you again soon!

[@wilhen1]

Jon - another of your works of art. Thank you!

[@JonBlackstone]

You really made my day. I mean that. I work really hard on these videos; so it’s so nice to hear compliments like that. Thanks for watching!

[@markjackson2642]

Really enjoyed your video,clearly made with love

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks a lot! I sincerely appreciate your kind words. Hope to hear from you again!

[@stephenhyder4659]

The tight vocal harmony in Octopus Garden is exquisite.

[@JonBlackstone]

Exquisite is the perfect word. Thanks for watching!

[@Qoo62]

Great video❣️Thank you for making it❣️

[@JonBlackstone]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@briankennedy1192]

Thankyou John after loving this band so much for 50+years but during your amazingly succinct and eye opening review i feel like that 6 year old boy who was transfixed years ago after discovering the lads by cartoon on the TV. Thankyou mate and I'm sure you won't mind if tears are welling in my eyes, as like a billion others this music has been what I've held hand's with and embraced and loved and stood beside me throughout every important marker be it tragedy, the highest of highs and the lowest of the lows. I felt like I was actually in studio 2 watching so great is your gift my friend, thanks from Sydney Australia. Ps I have visited Liverpool and had to leave to move on to Ireland, but I couldn't leave so i told my travelling companion I'll meet him outside the Adelphi on his way back, during which everyday I spent visiting the places where the foursome grew up. Best 4 days of my life..❤...

[@JonBlackstone]

I couldn’t hope for a better compliment than yours. Thank you for watching and sharing your own feelings.

[@stonesdude154]

Beautiful presentation. To speak about things we all heard and to express it in the unique way you did here, very enjoyable.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you kindly! I sincerely appreciate the positive feedback. It’s the first Beatles album review I’ve done and I’m excited to do more. Thanks for watching!

[@jerryhahn7206]

55 years after I first heard this album, I now have a new appreciation of WHY it’s my favorite Beatles album. You helped me hear the inner workings of Ringo’s drumming, Paul’s bass and oh those harmonies. Without George Martin, this is a truly great album. With George Martin, it is a masterpiece. Thank you!

[@jnagarya519]

Ringo was a veteran. He was in the #1 band in Liverpool while the other three were barely a band. They got to know him in Hamburg. He was still in that band when he got the call to join the "Beatles".

[@JonBlackstone]

Yes! And John, Paul and George were aware he was the best drummer in Liverpool. I love how Paul tells the sThe first time Ringo sat in with them they knew they had to have Ringo in the band. Thanks for watching!

[@jnagarya519]

@@JonBlackstone Well done with the photos.

[@JonBlackstone]

@@jnagarya519Thanks! Hope to hear from you again!

[@jnagarya519]

"The Beatles" continue to outsell everyone else. I was 15 when they hit the US -- at #1. 99 per cent of people I knew either disparaged or didn't have a decision. I dug them "immediately" -- I'd heard their music on Chicago radio in October, 1963, and heard "I Want to Hold Your Hand" increasingly played on New York and other stations in November-December, 1963. They booked it -- and everyone else chased but never caught them. They never peaked; they evolved and grew until they broke up. There is "The Beatles". And there is everyone else. So I was right all along.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for sharing. I love hearing from those who experienced The Beatles phenomenon in real time. Thanks for watching!

[@intothemusic908]

I love your content, love your love for The Beatles, and just got finished listening to the best review I’ve ever heard of Abbey Road. And to hear how you feel about “You never give me your money,” well, that was the 🍒 on top!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts. I’m blown away by the response. I’m getting to this video. It’s worth all the effort. Thank you for watching!

[@БекзодШавкиев]

I cried when saw the moment of how this wonderful review was ended up with "The End" and how it was demonstrated!!!

[@BILLRANDO]

I WAS BORN TO LOVE THE BEATLES ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JonBlackstone]

Me too! Thank you for watching!

[@paulmenard7936]

Thank you for the excellent video. My dad was in the Navy. I'd go to the base library when I was kid, check out Abbey Road, put on the Koss headphones and get lost in this album.

[@JonBlackstone]

Koss headphones! 🎧 I had the same. They were big blue things! Thanks for watching!

[@georgesherisson9971]

So many jewels in your movie ! Thank you so much... So many superlatives in your film, be sure they are all mine as well... From France, thank you so much, be happy everybody, the Beatles were here with us and still are...

[@cptgunn]

Great video Jon! Like you, my top three Beatles albums are Abbey Road, White Album and Revolver. This is definitely my all time favorite Beatle album though. One thing that I did not realize, and I'm still having a hard time wrapping my head around it, is that George played bass on Maxwell! I'm still not entirely sold on it and it's just incredible if true because it has Paul's signature all over it. The precision with which it is played doesn't seem like it was something George could have come up with or played that perfectly. I'll say, if it is true, Paul absolutely showed him exactly what to play :)

[@JonBlackstone]

It’s interesting that you say that. There are other tracks that George or John played bass on and they always did an excellent job. One of my favorite George Harrison bass parts is on “two of us”. He’s playing that Fender six string bass and the line George created for it is amazing. It’s so unique and absolutely propels the song. Thanks for your great comments and thank you for watching!

[@heatherqualy9143]

I will be saving this video to watch many many more times. Besides your beautiful analysis, hearing the separate isolated tracks is what I live for! I am always trying to listen to every instrument at the same time, and am frustrated when my brain won’t let me. 😂 Because each part of each track is masterful. As you said, they were all on fire, top of their game. This is why, though I know the “musicians” and “true fans” will often list Revolver as their best, I gave in and admitted years ago that my favourite is Abbey Road. Every other album has off songs, or by-the-number songs. Songs I will skip more often than not. Not Abbey Road. If even one song from it comes up on my shuffled playlist, I will turn off the shuffle feature to make sure I am listening to the album in order, all the way to the end. It sounds so wrong any other way. Thank you for this in-depth listen! ❤

[@jonvought700]

I really agree!

[@geraldinejasnin7378]

the end !!! yes and that make me cry...

[@JonBlackstone]

I couldn’t hope for a better response! Thanks for watching!

[@filmguymike]

If KZbin were to give out academy awards this should win by a landslide. I did hit the like button. And I did subscribe. Thank you for a wonderfully produced work of art

[@skyeblueii6355]

Thanks Jon - listening to your analysis makes me want to go and write some more songs. Bless you and your muse. :)

[@JonBlackstone]

Please do! I don’t think they could hope for a better result than inspiring other people to create. Thank you for watching!

[@robertthomer9721]

Without question my favorite Beatles record ever and the most unusual Beatles record, in my opinion. You did a masterful job with this review and have added layers upon layers of details that I’ve never heard. I’ve gone thru numerous pressings of this album, I’ll have to look for the 2019 version. Will be playing this today. 😊

[@JeffreyStock]

Wow, killer video. Well done!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you so much! You made my day! Thank you for watching!

[@DavidShepard-ke9su]

OUTSTANDING. I'm a lifelong Beatles fan. Learned to play guitar as a kid and in my 60's, still at it, in bands - all thanks to these 4. Tom Petty said it best: "There was the Beatles, and there was everyone else." Unmatched. Without peers. The best band doing the best album at the height of their powers. None of them yet 30.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for your kind words and for sharing own experiences!

[@DavidShepard-ke9su]

@@JonBlackstone Thank you!

[@GrahamRY]

Wow. So well done Jon, excellent breakdowns of the songs, but the editing of the video was also amazing, the changing colors on the pepper jackets! So, so good.

[@JonBlackstone]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’m sure you know it’s a lot of work but it's worth it when people appreciate the effort. Thank you!

[@boxvango9021]

My brother plays in a few bands locally. One is a Jethro Tull cover band and they do the album Thick as a Brick. But the other band plays a variety of hits. I went to see them, and the did the Medley side. I was blown away. I guess i never expected to hear that stuff live. Just thrilled, though. Kick a$$ stuff, Jon. Really. You'll have your fans dining on an old favorite, tasting it better than the first time. That is an accomplishment.

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching! Merry Christmas to you as well! Looking forward to 2025!

[@arielmyfriend]

Amazing. Totally made me re-appreciate this one of a kind masterpiece. I'm off to listen to it front to back!

[@JonBlackstone]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know. Thanks for watching!

[@TheDomRyder]

Everything that I want to say about the Beatles to people who don’t get them !!!! You just made me so bloody happy !!!! Cheers mate !!!!

[@JonBlackstone]

You made me happy too! Thanks for watching!

[@TheDomRyder]

@@JonBlackstone Whoah ! Talking about synchronicity ! It’s 1am in my little town in the south of France and I was watching another video of yours ( recording with Dee and Nigel) when I saw your kind words ! A few minutes earlier I was thinking how great it would be if you lived around the corner as I could share some great music stories with you ! I was on tour with Van Halen in 81 for a couple days as a guest of Dave lee Roth but this was meeting a young Edward that stuck in my mind and listening your stories reminded me of how I had to pinch myself a few times the same way you did with Dee ! You are a good story teller and once again thank you for sharing all this with us !!!! Dom Rider

[@tunesdonebyone3428]

Hello Jon. Thanks for a wonderful video.( I just subscribed ) Your analysis of the Beatles was so perfect and I agree with virtually everything said. From the insanity of " the Beatles are over-rated" crowd to your pointing out dozens of terrific Beatles moments , so many to mention. Thanks for the Ringo critique and his rightly-deserved praise. And when you think of the individual songs on Abbey Road, you have to be amazed, as you are literally staring in the face of genius. George Martin's touch with an orchestral arrangement. The vocal harmonies...stunning. I could go on. But anyway, I'll end by saying I have loved everything about the Beatles since I saw them as a little boy on the Ed Sullivan show. And amazingly enough I can listen to their music today and it brings a smile to my face. SO how about a video similar to this on the White album? To quote Paul "that would be something"

[@JonBlackstone]

You’re reading my mind! The White Album is next on my list. Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@gostrum1]

George’s bass on Maxwell’s S Hammer sounds like a tuba.

[@JonBlackstone]

Totally! Thanks for watching!

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

Like many, I’m a student of The Beatles. I love your review. This album is miraculous. So glad they made it.

[@mikewa2]

I was a big Beatles fan as were my school mates. We knew Beatles were releasing Abbey Road, none of us had heard it!! I said to the class I would go to the big record store near us and buy a copy for anyone interested. So I had 17 of my school mates cash to purchase Abbey Road on day of release only to be told they didn’t have it yet! What a disappointment, the recorded store was so so apologetic and said the 24:01 y would do everything to get it the next day. They did and traveled to London distributing record depot to get a huge supply. It was a big earner for the record store, the manager said it’s amazing the faith the Beatles fans have and the band never let them down always a superb album. You could completely rely on them.

[@ALFgold]

Perfect review of a masterpiece album. By the end you had me in tears.

[@JonBlackstone]

Wow. I can’t think of a higher compliment. You made my month! A sincere thank you for watching!

[@Licenciadopedro]

Excellent review of The Abbey Road Album, I´ve never heard someone being so accurate in its describing. The sign of Abbey Road no longer exists, maybe it was taken out because being so close to residential flats caused extreme noise in the neighbourhood as people will bang it as a drum causing great distress

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for watching! When I was in England I purchased a really nice Abbey Road street sign. It hangs in my music room of course!

[@Licenciadopedro]

@@JonBlackstone I must confess, I was one of the Beatles´s fan who stroke that sign

[@larrypeterson2737]

Awsome review, thanks for the great clips that really added to your review!👏👏 👏

[@JonBlackstone]

Glad you liked it! Please share with others fans if you can. I’m hoping to be a full time creator by the end of the year. Thank you!

[@Nate_Higgins]

Amen brother. I see we are the same type of Beatles fan. I shall follow your work.

[@JonBlackstone]

Awesome! Thank you! Always great to hear from fellow Beatles fans!

[@chriscrosser7528]

I've only just found your videos... I am currently reading Barry Miles' "Many Years From Now," which inevitably makes me want to hear the songs, and although I believe my Beatles' vinyl collection is fairly complete, and I have many Beatles CD's, it's just not easy to play them, nowadays. So, to KZbin I came. So glad I did! I didn't think it would be possible to appreciate the Beatles any more than I already did, but your videos have done so! I find your enthusiasm quite catching, and your lavish tutelage is amazingly eye-opening! Thank you so much for sharing! (And yes, I am another brought to tears by this!)

[@pauldg837]

I can still vividly remember in 1962 when the Beatles first appeared on television in the UK, singing Love Me Do. I was only 6 years old, and my brother was 8, but that night we both became lifelong Beatles fans, we are now 68 and 70 years old respectively. And of course, that night really launched the phenomenon of Beatlemania. We have so many great memories of that very special time in our lives.

[@Chris_LaFrance_MAI]

What an incredible overview of the Abbey Road album which is the greatest masterpiece ever recorded - brilliant insight into the Beatles - thankyou...

[@JonBlackstone]

I can’t think of a nicer compliment. I sincerely appreciate it. Hope to hear from you again. Thanks for watching!

[@Durovs.Corner]

Great video and review! Thank you very much!

[@JonBlackstone]

My pleasure! Lots more to come. Thanks for watching!

[@ScottVersele]

The way they layered in those background vocals was astonishing! Must have been a lot of work...I bet Harry Nillson was the inspiration for "Because". He multitracked voices on voices and was the Beatles favorite singer!

[@JonBlackstone]

Yes it was! Thank you for watching!

[@Cali-k6u]

Obviously a Labor of Love, Jon! And why the hell not! Appreciate your fine video about, what I now believe 3:16 is the Greatest Album Of All Time. Abbey was also a Labor of Love by the finest band in all the land, ever. Thanks, Keep Up The Great Work, Bro!

[@ClassicComedyArchive]

Wow! Thanks for the kudos! You’re totally correct these videos are a labor of love; especially when reviewing an album like Abbey Road. I’ve listened well over 1000 times and it still inspires me. Thanks for watching!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thanks for that! Sorry I responded before but I was signed into my other KZbin channel. Thank you!

[@lifeonamarble961]

I wonder if you like the Beatles??🤣They really were an amazing combination of talent, grit, genius and creativity. You did a wonderful work here and your admiration and love for them shines through. Thoroughly enjoyed this!

[@JonBlackstone]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’m blown away by the comments. I’m receiving on this video. It makes me great that I was able to refresh peoples love for this amazing album. Thank you for watching!

[@alexandrebenois7962]

I loved your review. You reminded me of how good they were.

[@JonBlackstone]

That’s exactly what I was hoping to accomplish! Thanks for watching!

[@pezi873]

🙏 a lot for this episode!! In my opinion by far the best review of the album! Born in 1955 I witnessed their career consciously from 1965/66. Since then I’ve been a lifelong fan… So many people prefer Revolver, The White Album or Rubber Soul probably older productions. But when AR came out I was blown away from the first second of listening. The intro of Come Together sucked me (and still does) into the atmosphere of the entire album - forced to listen to The End. No skipping of Maxwell‘s ( Oh Darling wouldn’t be that peak without Maxwell before). Allowed to take only one album to the remote island - that would be the one. Love it so much ❤ Cheers Peter from Austria

[@JonBlackstone]

What a wonderful compliment coming from someone who has lived and loved this music for so long. Hope to hear from you again!

[@AntonyGlennon-m1b]

A wonderful video, Jon. I wept uncontrollably throughout. Witnessing perfection has this effect. Thank you.

[@MrArdytube]

Thank you… it is the first time i have really appreciated Ringo… and so many other things❤

[@McSynth]

Absolutely wonderful analysis. Thank you for making this.