MINT JAPAN - Beatles - Rarities

Absolutely mint still shrink w/ OBI ! Was sealed, owner opened but never played. The inner gatefold features the Butcher Cover image.

"Rarities" is a compilation album by The Beatles, released in 1978. It is a collection of rare and previously unreleased tracks, including various outtakes, alternative versions, and non-LP tracks that were not widely available at the time. The album was released as part of the "Capitol Records" series of Beatles compilations in the U.S.

Rarities (1978)

1. Album Details:

   • Title: Rarities
   • Artist: The Beatles
   • Release Date: March 8, 1978
   • Label: Capitol Records (U.S.)
   • Producer: Various (depending on the track)

2. Content:

   • Rare Tracks: The album includes a mix of tracks that were previously unavailable or hard to find, such as alternate takes, mono mixes, and tracks that were not included on the original studio albums in the U.S. or U.K.
   • Track List Highlights:
     • "Across the Universe" – An alternate mix from the "Let It Be" sessions.
     • "The Inner Light" – The B-side of the "Lady Madonna" single, which was not included on any of the original studio albums.
     • "You Know My Name (Look Up the Number)" – A non-album single from 1970.
     • "Anna (Go to Him)" – A track from the "Please Please Me" sessions that was not included on the original album.
     • "The Long and Winding Road" – An alternate version of the song from "Let It Be."
     • "Baby It's You" – An alternate mix from the "Please Please Me" sessions.
     • "Wild Honey Pie" – An outtake from the "White Album" sessions.

3. Significance:

   • Collector's Item: The album was primarily aimed at collectors and dedicated fans who were interested in hearing rare and alternate versions of Beatles songs.
   • Limited Release: The U.S. version of "Rarities" was released only on vinyl and is somewhat rare today, especially in good condition.
   • European Releases: Different versions of "Rarities" were released in other countries with varying track lists. For example, the U.K. version of "Rarities" (released in 1979) had a different selection of tracks and was issued as part of the "Beatles Collection" box set.

4. Track Listing (U.S. Version):

   1. "Across the Universe" – 3:48
   2. "The Inner Light" – 2:36
   3. "You Know My Name (Look Up the Number)" – 4:22
   4. "What's the New Mary Jane" – 3:09
   5. "The Long and Winding Road" – 3:52
   6. "You Know My Name (Look Up the Number)" – 2:24
   7. "Wild Honey Pie" – 1:56
   8. "Anna (Go to Him)" – 2:57
   9. "Baby It's You" – 2:41