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In February 1969, the Beatles began working on what became their final album together. Abbey Road introduced a number of new techniques and technologies to the Beatles' sound and included "Come Together", "Something", and "Here Comes the Sun", which all emerged as classics. Womack's colorful retelling of how this landmark album was written and recorded is a treat for fans of the Beatles. Solid State takes listeners back to 1969 and into EMI's Abbey Road Studios, which boasted an advanced solid state transistor mixing desk. 

This special interview takes a deep dive into "Wish You Were Here", around 25 years after its original release. Hosted by Alan Parsons — the engineer behind "The Dark Side of the Moon" — the programme brings together interviews and reflections from the band, capturing how they looked back on their music and legacy at the turn of the millennium. It explores the bigger story of Pink Floyd, including the impact of "The Dark Side of the Moon" and how it led into "Wish You Were Here".

Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson discuss their musical careers, from Parsons' early days at Abbey Road Studios and work with artists including The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Al Stewart, to Woolfson's beginnings as a songwriter in the 1960s. They reflect on the creation of The Alan Parsons Project, the inspiration behind Tales of Mystery and Imagination, their innovative studio approach, and why they chose to focus on recording rather than touring.