Rare original 1968 Parlophone Records 45 RPM demonstration record for the Beatles single ‘Lady Madonna / The Inner Light,’ which was recorded at EMI Recording Studios in London on February 3 and 6, 1968, and released as a non-single album on March 15, 1968. The original bright green label is marked “Demonstration Record, Not for Sale,” bears a “KT” tax code, and features the catalogue number “R 5675,” and release date, “Brit. (15.3.68).” The matrix numbers read: “7XCE 18438 - 3” and “7XCE 18439 - 2.” Includes its green-and-white Parlophone record sleeve. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Described as a ‘raucous rock and roll’ song, ‘Lady Madonna’ marked the Beatles' return to a more standard form of songwriting after their recent psychedelic output. Produced by George Martin and written primarily by Paul McCartney, the single was the last release by the band on Parlophone in the United Kingdom, where it reached number 1 for the two weeks beginning on March 27, 1968.
