Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band

After being overwhelmed by the constant screams of teenage girls, the Beatles made the decision to permanently retire from touring. However, they still desired to showcase their songs in a cohesive manner, similar to a live concert. To achieve this, they created a fictional band name based on one of their existing songs and presented their album as if it were a performance by this imaginary group.

This allowed them the freedom to experiment with their music without the constraints of their own reputation. Although they didn't fully adhere to the theme throughout the album, they did incorporate various playful elements. The album featured the participation of four Indian musicians, a string section, fairground organs, a harpsichord, glockenspiel, and even a song with lyrics mostly borrowed from a Victorian circus advertisement.

Rubber Soul

This album marked a shift for the Beatles, moving away from their earlier cutesy songs like "I Want to Hold Your Hand" to a more bittersweet exploration of relationships. The lyrics now delved into themes like affairs and even arson. The band also expanded their musical influences, drawing inspiration from a variety of sources worldwide. The use of instruments like the Sitar in songs like "Norwegian Wood" introduced new sounds to mainstream music and set a trend for the Beatles.

 Revolver 

The Beatles elevated a pleasant musical experiment to new heights in this album, maintaining their success until their breakup. This can be considered their first venture into "Psychedelic Music," evident through their use of backward sound recordings, the album cover's appearance, and the content of Yellow Submarine. The psychedelic elements become even more apparent when watching the movie of the same name. This is where things take a strange turn.

The Beatles (The White Album)

This album continues the Beatles' revolutionary idea of switching musical styles. It includes some of their most impressive music alongside some of their least impressive. The reason for this is that they couldn't agree on which songs to cut, so they ended up including twice as many songs as usual. As a result, there are songs with only 21 words, 18 of which are "honey pie," but there are also songs like Helter Skelter, which music historians credit as a key influence in the development of heavy metal music. The Beatles are widely regarded as the most influential band of all time, and these albums represent their most influential work.

Abbey Road

It seems that Abbey Road, although we don't recommend it for kids to try at home. On Side 2, there is a 17-minute medley of songs that blend together, most of which were recorded individually. The medley reaches its peak with "The End," featuring Ringo's only drum solo in his Beatles' career, followed by rotating 2-bar guitar solos performed by John, Paul, and George. It's a stunning display of musical synergy from four individuals who were on the verge of physical confrontation.