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Behind Number 3, Abbey Road

Behind Number 3, Abbey Road

By Virgin Atlantic

With Abbey Road celebrating 90 years in operation, it’s easy to forget about the people behind the scenes who make the studio what it is. Join broadcast journalist Paul Sexton on this exclusive series chatting with those people who bring a family spirit to the studios.
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12. Lester Smith - Microphone Legend

Behind Number 3, Abbey RoadMar 08, 2023

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12. Lester Smith - Microphone Legend

12. Lester Smith - Microphone Legend

Microphones used during the war and one very naked band walking across the famous zebra crossing all feature in this episode from this beloved member of the team who’s been at the studios over 50 years.
Mar 08, 202314:43
11. Jamila Knuckles-Pearman - Retail Buyer & Merchandiser

11. Jamila Knuckles-Pearman - Retail Buyer & Merchandiser

Heading up our Abbey Road shop ‘Jamie’ talks about how this has brought fans closer to the studios and about some of the unique products you can only buy in store.
Mar 01, 202315:18
10. Sarah Meyz & Callum Waddington - Studio Runners

10. Sarah Meyz & Callum Waddington - Studio Runners

Chart the newest ‘runners’ journey at the studios, how they got there and advice to any new people who wish to work at the studios and also the moment they saw their name on the big screen.
Feb 22, 202315:39
09. Mirek Stiles - Head of Audio Products

09. Mirek Stiles - Head of Audio Products

From exploring the metaverse to working with new and exciting developers, Mirek talks us through adding the Abbey Road sound in your own studio and what you do when Jimmy Page gives you £50
Feb 15, 202315:35
08. Oli Morgan - Mastering Engineer

08. Oli Morgan - Mastering Engineer

Mastering music is a lonely thing but Oli discusses new ways that the studio has branched out so you can hear him work in real-time from anywhere in the world.
Feb 08, 202315:17
07. Andy Maxwell - Assistant Engineer

07. Andy Maxwell - Assistant Engineer

Life of an Assistant Engineer laid bare with Andy who talks about his experience at the studios and how Madonna thought Studio 3 wasn’t loud enough!
Feb 01, 202314:35
06 Doreen & David - Hospitality Legends

06 Doreen & David - Hospitality Legends

From dancing with Chic to stirring bubbles out of champagne for Shirley Bassey. These two have seen it all from behind the bar. We chat with two beloved characters from the studios.
Aug 25, 202216:21
05 Marta Di Nozzi & Joe Wyatt - Assistant Engineer & Runner

05 Marta Di Nozzi & Joe Wyatt - Assistant Engineer & Runner

We chat with two of the newest members of the engineering team who have started on their path at the studios. Hear their journeys and new discoveries including hiding from Prince Harry!
Aug 25, 202215:23
04 Karim Fanous - Innovation Manager

04 Karim Fanous - Innovation Manager

Abbey Road has always been famous for innovation in tech. Karim is now in charge of it all (no pressure). Hear about some of the new innovations coming out of the studio and how he nearly knocked over Nile Rodgers!
Aug 25, 202215:40
03 Andrew Dudman - Senior Engineer

03 Andrew Dudman - Senior Engineer

From being there when Star Wars recorded ‘Duel of the Fates’ to the Lord of the Rings trilogy and how he didn’t recognise Richard Attenborough. Andrew has been across some pretty big cultural moments.
Aug 25, 202215:48
02 Christian Wright - Mastering Engineer

02 Christian Wright - Mastering Engineer

With over 20 years at the studios, hear his thoughts on how music has changed, how Jay-Z and Beyoncé took his spot and how he doesn’t sit in a room with cassettes anymore.
Aug 25, 202215:31
01. Isabel Garvey - Managing Director

01. Isabel Garvey - Managing Director

Isabel has been at the studios for seven years. Hear how she has transformed the studios for the modern age and how she has prepped for their 90th birthday and her odd encounter with Ed Sheeran!
Aug 25, 202215:27
Behind Number 3 Abbey Road Intro

Behind Number 3 Abbey Road Intro

Welcome to our brand new podcast where we talk to those people who work behind the scenes and the most famous recording studio in the world. Season 1 is available now. 
Aug 25, 202201:43