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Nov 1, 2002 · Treating each of Harrison's songs with unprecedented analysis, author Simon Leng reveals Harrison's eclectic approach – from teenage Nashville twang through Indian raga, psychedelia, gospel, soul, and pure pop – and thoroughly defines Harrison's role in the Beatles.
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Oct 20, 2023 · He was a paid-up antimaterialist whose first significant Beatles song, “Taxman,” was a scarifying assault on the U.K. tax regime, and a sharp-eyed scourge of selfishness (see his final ...
Oct 28, 2023 · Philip Norman’s new biography, ‘George Harrison: The Reluctant Beatle,’ tries to set the record straight on the misunderstood artist. George Harrison during rehearsals before the Beatles ...
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- George Harrison: Living In the Material World. This 2011 book was released as a companion piece to a documentary film of the same name, co-produced by Martin Scorsese, Nigel Sinclair, and Harrison’s widow, Olivia.
- I Me Mine. Although Harrison never wrote a memoir of his own, this captivating collection of works and first-hand reflections is an essential read. Initially released in 1980 and updated in 2017, I Me Mine offers stories from his life before The Beatles, along with handwritten lyrics and commentary from “the Fifth Beatle,” Derek Taylor, and Harrison’s widow, Olivia.
- George Harrison: Behind the Locked Door. Released in 2015, this intriguing read from author and music journalist Graeme Thomson paints a well-rounded portrait of who Harrison really was outside of his fame.
Sep 8, 2020 · Playlist. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with music journalist Ashley Kahn about his new book, George Harrison on George Harrison. It's a collection of interviews with and writings by...
Sep 29, 2016 · Reviews. Classic Rock. George Harrison - I Me Mine: The Extended Edition book review. Beautifully presented update of the youngest Beatle’s biog, now with more Lennon. By David Quantick. ( Classic Rock ) published 29 September 2016. You can trust Louder Our experienced team has worked for some of the biggest brands in music.
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Jan 1, 2002 · Author Simon Leng uses his deep knowledge of music to demonstrate how Harrison assimalated an eclectic variety of musical genres to craft a distinctive and highly influential style of his own. Though not a biography, the book does explore elements of Harrison's life as they relate to his music.
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