The white album might have been The Beatles at their peak. I believe they were inspired by their dip into Transcendental Meditation. I wouldn’t ascribe the album’s excellence to TM, but probably at least as much as to their stopping their use of drugs before the indoctrination. It was severely marred by one track, however. I’m sure you know which one I’m talking about. Also, “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” has not passed the test of time.
For a song that has not passed the test of time it sure seems to get played regularly.
I am a huge, huge Beatles fan, but I’ve never liked the White Album...they weren’t really singing as a united band on that one. I love Pepper, and yes, it was innovative. I like Rubber Soul, and I have a special love for the songs from Help!