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Beatles 1983-1990
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Pipes of PeacePipes of Peace by Paul McCartney
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Paul's follow-up to Tug of War isn't nearly as good, but there are still some listenable pieces.
Old WaveOld Wave by Ringo Starr
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By 1983, Ringo didn't even bother releasing his albums in the U.S. or Britain. This mediocre effort was only issued in Canada until 1996.
Milk and HoneyMilk and Honey by John Lennon
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The follow-up to Double Fantasy. Definitely underproduced compared to Double Fantasy, but still worthwhile.
Give My Regards to Broad StreetGive My Regards to Broad Street by Paul McCartney
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The soundtrack to Paul's 1984 film (below) features new recordings of various Beatles songs...a BAD idea.
Give My Regards To Broad StreetGive My Regards To Broad Street
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An ok film. The musical scenes are fun.
Live in New York CityLive in New York City by John Lennon
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Good live album, although they should have gone with the night show rather than the afternoon one.
Press to PlayPress to Play by Paul McCartney
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Probably one of Paul's worst albums. It was way too synthesized, even for 1986.
Menlove Ave.Menlove Ave. by John Lennon
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A collection of outtakes from Rock 'n' Roll and Walls and Bridges. Not bad, but not great.
Cloud NineCloud Nine by George Harrison
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George is in top form on this essential album. The 80s sound still holds up today.
All the BestAll the Best by Paul McCartney
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A greatest hits compilation by Paul. Ignore this one and go for Wingspan.
All The Best (UK Version)All The Best (UK Version) by Paul McCartney
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The UK collection is a lot better than the US version. Still, go for Wingspan.
Past Masters, Vol. 1Past Masters, Vol. 1 by The Beatles
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Takes all the songs not on the British LPs and gets them all in two collections (its sister album is below).
Past Masters, Vol. 2Past Masters, Vol. 2 by The Beatles
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The non-album tracks from the later years.
Imagine (Original Soundtrack)Imagine (Original Soundtrack) by John Lennon
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A retrospective on John's life...if you only buy one John album, this should be the one.
Choba B CCCP (Back in the USSR)Choba B CCCP (Back in the USSR) by Paul McCartney
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Paul sings rock 'n' roll classics. He'll do much better on 1999's Run Devil Run.
The Traveling Wilburys, Vol. 1The Traveling Wilburys, Vol. 1 by The Traveling Wilburys
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A supergroup featuring George Harrison. Their debut LP is essential.
Flowers in the DirtFlowers in the Dirt by Paul McCartney
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Paul makes a comeback with this fantastic set filled with great melodies.
The Best of Dark Horse (1976-1989)The Best of Dark Horse (1976-1989) by George Harrison
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A compilation of "hits" from 1976-1989, although a better title might be "George's Picks."
All-Starr BandAll-Starr Band by Ringo Starr
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The official LP from the first All Starr Band outing...not much else to say.
The Traveling Wilburys, Vol. 3The Traveling Wilburys, Vol. 3 by The Traveling Wilburys
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This album was recorded after Roy Orbison passed away, and it loses a lot of the appeal that's on Vol. 1.
LennonLennon by John Lennon
A box set with four discs highlighting John's career. It is now out of print.
Tripping the Live FantasticTripping the Live Fantastic by Paul McCartney
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A double-disc set from Paul's 1989 world tour. Features some outstanding performances and a few duds.
Tripping The Live Fantastic (Highlights)Tripping The Live Fantastic (Highlights) by Paul McCartney
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An edited version of the above 2-disc set. Splurge for that one.