Unreleased recordings from The Beatles will be included in a forthcoming special edition of their 1965 album Rubber Soul, set for release in early October. This new edition will feature previously unheard session tapes, home demos, and an outline of a previously unknown John Lennon song titled "Little Girl."

The special release is produced by Giles Martin, son of the group’s original producer George Martin, with engineering by Sam Okell. The album’s new stereo mix is sourced directly from the original four-track master tapes, offering a fresh audio perspective on the classic work.

Rubber Soul, originally recorded over four weeks in October and November 1965, holds a significant place in The Beatles’ discography, marking a turning point in their artistic development. It followed the band's record-breaking Shea Stadium concert in New York, where they performed to over 55,000 fans. The period was characterized by a break from live performances and media commitments, allowing the band members—Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr—to focus on more experimental songwriting and recording techniques.

The album includes well-known tracks such as "Michelle," which won a Grammy, along with "Nowhere Man" and "Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)." Its release came more than two years after their debut album Please Please Me, during a phase often referred to as Beatlemania, when the band's global popularity was rapidly expanding.

Apple Corps, the band's agency, described Rubber Soul as a pivotal moment for the group, showcasing their shift toward a more adventurous and sophisticated sound. The new edition will also include an 88-page hardbound book featuring a foreword by Sir Paul McCartney and reflections from Lennon on the album, drawn from various points in his life, including after the band’s dissolution. The book contains rare photographs, detailed album histories, and track notes.

The inclusion of the previously unreleased Lennon song outline is noted as a highlight. Such outlines typically offer a blueprint for a song's structure, including chord progressions, verses, and choruses, shedding light on the band’s creative process during this formative period.

The reissue of Rubber Soul aims to present both longtime fans and new listeners with an enhanced understanding of The Beatles’ evolving musicianship and the album’s lasting influence on popular music.