Classic Albums Live: The Beatles, The White Album

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Remember when you used to listen to an entire album? Classic Albums Live does. Relive the greatest albums from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s as they are recreated live on stage note for note and cut for cut.

The Beatles’ self‑titled double LP, universally known as The White Album, is the band’s groundbreaking ninth studio album, released on November 22, 1968. Produced by George Martin and recorded at EMI and Trident Studios in London, the album showcases an exceptionally wide stylistic range, including rock, folk, British blues, ska, hard rock and avant‑garde experimentation. Iconic tracks such as “Back in the U.S.S.R.,” “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” and “Blackbird” highlight its eclectic nature and reflect the band’s creative evolution during a turbulent period.

The album became a massive commercial success, debuting in the U.S. at No. 11 before climbing to No. 1 within three weeks. It went on to spend 155 weeks on the Billboard 200 and is certified 19× Platinum, making it The Beatles’ best‑selling album in the United States and one of the top‑selling albums of all time.