John Lennon / Unreleased Studio Archives 1968–1980

The ultimate collection of unreleased studio archives, vividly documenting the behind-the-scenes creative process of John Lennon! This two-disc set compiles rare, previously unreleased studio recordings that trace Lennon’s creative output from 1968 to 1980. It features a wealth of material—including demos, rehearsals, alternate takes, unfinished songs, home recordings, and piano demos—offering a glimpse into the creative journey that lies beyond the finished tracks found on official albums. Notably, it includes the first-ever high-quality stereo release of “Laughing” and “Whispering”—legendary tracks from the mythical *Unfinished Music Vol. 4* project, previously known to exist only on acetate discs. Arranged chronologically, the collection maps the evolution of Lennon’s work through the eras of *Imagine*, *Walls and Bridges*, *Rock ‘n’ Roll*, and *Double Fantasy*, allowing listeners to experience firsthand how the songs took shape. With its rough studio performances, musical sketches, unfinished tracks, and alternate arrangements, this set serves as a highly valuable collector’s item that reveals the authentic, unvarnished side of John Lennon. Capturing raw ideas, trial-and-error moments, and the very act of studio creation, these recordings are indispensable for any serious John Lennon researcher or collector. DISC ONE ’68 Everyone Had A Hard Year ’70 I Found Out ’70 How? ’70 I Promise ’70 Make Love Not War ’71 Happy Xmas ’71 John Sinclair ’71 Woman Is The Nigger Of The World ’71 Send Me Some Loving ’73 Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) ’73 Here We Go Again ’73 Meat City (Acoustic) ’73 Freda People ’73 Rock And Roll People ’74 I Need A Special Pill ’74 Nobody Loves You ’74 Mucho Mungo ’74 Say It Again ’74 Surprise Surprise (Sweet Bird Of Paradox) ’74 What You Got ’74 Steel And Glass ’69 Unfinished Music Vol.4 Part 1 (Laughing) DISC TWO ’74 Whatever Gets You Thru The Night ’75 Tennessee ’76 She’s A Friend Of Dorothy ’76 You Send Me ’76 She’ll Be Comin’ Round The Mountain ’78 Now And Then ’79 All You Need To Do ’79 Liebestrum ’79 Mon Dieux ’79 Satire 1 ’79 Satire 2 ’79 Satire 3 ’79 Maggie Mae ’79 Serve Yourself (Piano) ’79 Real Love (Alternate Version) ’80 Don’t Be Afraid ’80 Help Me To Help Myself ’80 I Don’t Want To Sleep Alone ’80 Grow Old With Me ’80 I Ain’t Got Time ’80 You Saved My Soul ’69 Unfinished Music Vol.4 Part 2 (Whispering)