EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 12 MIN
The Backwards Revolution: How a Broken Tape Machine Made the Beatles Sound Like the Future
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In 1966, a malfunctioning tape recorder accidentally played John Lennon's vocals in reverse, sparking an obsession that would transform not just the Beatles' sound, but inspire decades of psychedelic rock, ambient music, and electronic experimentation. This is the story of how a studio accident became rock's most mind-bending technique. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1966, a malfunctioning tape recorder accidentally played John Lennon's vocals in reverse, sparking an obsession that would transform not just the Beatles' sound, but inspire decades of psychedelic rock, ambient music, and electronic experimentation. This is the story of how a studio accident became rock's most mind-bending technique.
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