The Beatles first engineer, Norman “Hurricane” Smith, who engineered their recordings up to and including Rubber Soul. Geoff Emerick was to take over the mantle from Norman. Not only was Norman an engineer, he was also a writer and performer who had a hit 45 with the single “Oh Babe, What Would You Say.” He also had a stint at producing.
The book pictured below with the signature, I purchased from Norman at the Fest For Beatles Fans in 2007. It truly was a pleasure meeting him. Norman passed away in 2008.
Published specifically for the 2007 Fest for Beatles Fans Published by Opix Media London and Ireland:
Norman Smith’s signature
Published by Lulu 2008 after Norman had passed, this is the more recent edition of Norman’s book.
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