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Ken’s stories of working with The Beatles are captivating. He recounts walking along Abbey Road’s famous zebra crossing, casually encountering George Harrison and George Martin, and being introduced to the band’s recording process. An iconic moment was sneaking into the recording of I’m the Walrus and witnessing George Martin’s curious inquiry about his identity after a casual chat.
Scott emphasizes the different philosophies of recording back then—employing minimal overdubs and making decisive edits—contrasting with the more digitally-driven, decision-averse approach of modern studios. He recalls the spontaneity in choosing microphone placement and the importance of making firm decisions because of the physical constraints of tape.