Various Artists - Stax Does the Beatles

NEW VINYL LP ON UNIVERSAL 2026

180 GRAM VINYL LP (Pre-order now, out 26-06-2026)

The acclaimed album — featuring unforgettable covers by Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, CarlaThomas, Steve Cropper, and more — will be available widely on 1-LP vinyl for the first time on June 26

Los Angeles, CA (April 29, 2026)—Stax Records and Craft Recordings announce a long-awaited wide vinyl reissue for Stax Does the Beatles. Released nearly two decades ago on the influential Memphis soul label, Stax Does the Beatles boasts members of the iconic label's roster putting their indelible touch on Beatles classics. Among the highlights: Otis Redding's exhilarating take on "Day Tripper," Isaac Hayes' epic (at 11-plus minutes), heart-tugging version of "Something," Carla Thomas' live, velvety interpretation of "Yesterday," and Steve Cropper's upbeat, brass-laden adaptation of "With a Little Help from My Friends."

Tracklist

Side A 
Day Tripper (Alternative) – Otis Redding 
Help – David Porter 
With a Little Help from My Friends – Steve Cropper 
And I Love Her – Reggie Milner 
Yesterday (Live) – Carla Thomas 
Side B 
Something – Isaac Hayes 
Eleanor Rigby – Booker T. & The M.G.’s 
Hey Jude – The Bar-Kays