Video: 'Maxwell's Silver Hammer (Anthology 3 Version)' (take 5)

(Wednesday, July 9, 1969, 2:30 p.m.-10:15 p.m. BST; during sessions for Abbey Road) — The Beatles today began formally recording Paul McCartney’s “Maxwell’s Silver Hammer,” attempting 16 takes of the backing track (with guide vocals) at EMI Studio 2 in London. Continue reading The Beatles begin recording ‘Maxwell’s Silver Hammer’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jul 9 1969) →