Abbey Road Studios announce 80th anniversary merchandise range
Celebrating Abbey Road Studios' 80th anniversary as the world's most famous recording complex, the iconic studios are pleased to announce an exclusive new range of products.
Specially designed to mark the occasion, a selection of accessories, luggage, clothing, stationary and homeware are now on sale at the Abbey Road Studios' online store.
With prices ranging from £5.00 - £30.00, these top quality items make the ideal Christmas gifts for fans of the legendary studios countless landmark musical releases and pioneering advances in audio technology.
In addition the Abbey Road Studios Music Trivia Game is available for purchase at Tesco.
The prestigious, high calibre nature of Abbey Road Studios' recordings legacy is reflected in the design and manufacture of these unique goods.
Many of the gifts have been exclusively created by award winning British designers Wild and Wolf, who have won 'Gift of the Year' over five consecutive years for their creations for the Victoria and Albert Museum, Ladybird and Penguin books, Mr Men/Little Miss, Scrabble and Marmite.
The inspiration for all of the products comes from within the walls of Abbey Road Studios: from the skills and talent of the engineers and the artists who record, mix and master, from the vintage and cutting-edge equipment including many pieces of kit invented, modified or just made better at Abbey Road Studios and from the studios unparalleled legacy at the heart of British music recording history. Giving music fans the chance to get a feel for the historical and inspiring spirit of the studios, the Wild And Wolf gifts feature stunning photographs of recording equipment that have been used to capture many timeless pieces of music.
In addition, stylish T-Shirts, Hoodies and Tote Bags are available featuring the Abbey Road Studios logo and 80th anniversary commemoration.
Abbey Road Studios 80th anniversary Wild and Wolf range - all featuring original imagery from the studios:
A5 lined notebook with ribbon bookmark and pocket. £9.95
Set of six Coasters packaged in a smart black and yellow case. £11.95
Padded Gadget Case: fits most digital compact cameras. £11.95
Phone Case: printed canvas protective phone sleeve to fit 11.6cm x 6.2cm. £9.95
Padded Laptop Sleeve: printed canvas to fit 13'' laptops. £29.95
Printed canvas Wallet with leather interior. £29.95.
Bone China mug. £7.95
Pencil Set: six printed HB pencils with eraser, encased in a magnetic box. £7.95
* The above products are available online at abbeyroad.com/shop, thepodcompany.co.uk and instore at Waterstones.
Additional Abbey Road Studios 80th anniversary merchandise:
White or black T-Shirts: made with 100% supersoft ringspun cotton - tailored for a fitted look. £15
Tote Bag: 100% cotton tote bag. £5.00
Black or dark olive unisex zipped Hoodie: made with 80% combed cotton and 20% polyester. £30.00
* The above Abbey Road Studios products (and more) are available online at abbeyroad.com/shop
Also available: Abbey Road Studios Music Trivia Game: test your knowledge of Abbey Road Studios' recordings and history with this highly acclaimed board game. £19.97
purchase at Tesco stores and Tesco Direct online: direct.tesco.com/q/R.211-9610.aspx.
Abbey Road Studios are the most famous recording complex in the world and an iconic symbol of British music. They have been home to countless landmark recordings and pioneering advances in recording technology. Opened in November 1931, the Studios celebrate their 80th anniversary this year. Many of the world's most famous artists have recorded some of their greatest work at Abbey Road Studios including The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Hollies, Cliff Richard, Kate Bush, Oasis, Elbow, Florence and the Machine, Kasabian and Stereophonics.
Also one of the worlds premiere locations for movie scoring, since the 1980s films such as Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars, the Lord of The Rings Trilogy, Braveheart and The Kings Speech have been recorded there. The list continues to many other major titles including Cold Mountain, The Golden Compass, Shrek, Prince Caspian and Harry Potter.
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