This published work is a comprehensive documentation of the recording sessions that led to the Beatles’ album “Let It Be” and the accompanying documentary film, also titled “Get Back.” It features transcripts of conversations between the band members during their rehearsals and recording sessions, along with hundreds of previously unpublished photographs taken by Ethan A. Russell and Linda McCartney. It offers a unique and intimate look into the Beatles’ creative process and their relationships as they worked on their final album together.
Its significance lies in providing an unprecedented level of access to a pivotal period in the Beatles’ history, allowing readers to witness the band’s dynamics, creative struggles, and collaborative moments. The wealth of visual material, combined with the verbatim transcripts, offers a detailed and nuanced understanding of the creation of “Let It Be” and the context surrounding the band’s eventual breakup. It serves as a valuable historical resource, offering insights that challenge existing narratives and providing a more complete picture of the Beatles’ final chapter.
