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Live in Japan

George Harrison · 1992

87 min · 19 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · beat music

A vibrant showcase of George Harrison's eclectic influences blending rock, folk, and spiritual themes in a live setting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • spiritual themes for reflection
  • celebratory sing-along moments
  • intimate connection with audience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer studio polish over live
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
spiritual awakening· Japanese concert culture· post-Beatles revival
Career context
By 1992, George Harrison was revisiting his catalog after a decade-long hiatus from touring. 'Live in Japan' marked his first concert album since the Beatles era and came shortly after the success of his album 'Cloud Nine', which revitalized his career. This live recording captures the essence of his post-Beatles journey while celebrating his solo hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Jeff Lynne· David Crosby· Nick Drake
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Graceland by Paul Simon — Shares a blend of world music influences and introspective lyrics reflecting personal and spiritual journeys.
Unplugged by Eric Clapton — Captures an intimate live atmosphere with acoustic renditions, echoing themes of reflection and revival.
Heathen by David Bowie — Explores spiritual themes with an eclectic sound palette, merging rock with introspective lyrical content.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 I Want to Tell You 4:35
  • 2 Old Brown Shoe 3:55
  • 3 Taxman 4:20
  • 4 Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth) 3:39
  • 5 If I Needed Someone 3:50
  • 6 Something 5:21
  • 7 What Is Life 4:46
  • 8 Dark Horse 4:15
  • 9 Piggies 3:02
  • 10 Got My Mind Set on You 4:34

Disc 2

  • 1 Cloud 9 4:16
  • 2 Here Comes the Sun 3:31
  • 3 My Sweet Lord 5:41
  • 4 All Those Years Ago 4:36
  • 5 Cheer Down 3:51
  • 6 Devil's Radio 4:26
  • 7 Isn't It a Pity 6:35
  • 8 While My Guitar Gently Weeps 7:08
  • 9 Roll Over Beethoven 4:34

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