George Harrison
George Harrison · 1979
40 min · 10 tracks · folk rock
A blend of introspective melodies and lush arrangements, reflecting Harrison's spiritual journey and melodic craftsmanship.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Comes to Everyone Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Blow Away — This track stands out with its uplifting melody and optimistic lyrics, capturing Harrison's signature blend of spirituality and pop sensibility.
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Not Guilty — Originally written during the Beatles era, this song reflects on personal struggles and artistic integrity, making it a poignant addition to his discography.
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Here Comes the Moon — With its dreamy atmosphere and lyrical imagery, this song serves as a companion piece to 'Here Comes the Sun', highlighting Harrison's continued exploration of nature and spirituality.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines introspective lyrics with rich arrangements but lacks the depth of Harrison's earlier work.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a bright, upbeat track that sets a positive tone, followed by more introspective songs that explore themes of love and spirituality.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, including strings and backing vocals, which create a lush soundscape throughout the record.
- The pacing shifts noticeably in the second half, where slower ballads dominate, allowing for moments of reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- contemplative moments for reflection
- suitable for quiet evenings
- introspective themes of love
- warm sound for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Represents a solid entry in Harrison's catalog but not widely recognized as essential.
- Themes
- post-Beatles introspection· spiritual exploration· melodic serenity
- Career context
- By the time George Harrison released this self-titled album in 1979, he had already established himself as a solo artist post-Beatles. This album followed his acclaimed triple LP 'All Things Must Pass' and marked a return to a more personal and less commercially ambitious sound after the highs of his earlier success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Lynne· David Crosby· Nick Drake
Tracklist
- 1 Love Comes to Everyone Start here 4:35
- 2 Not Guilty 3:34
- 3 Here Comes the Moon 4:50
- 4 Soft Hearted Hana 4:04
- 5 Blow Away 4:00
- 6 Faster 4:48
- 7 Dark Sweet Lady 3:22
- 8 Your Love Is Forever 3:48
- 9 Soft Touch 3:59
- 10 If You Believe 2:56
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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