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.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it showcases Harrison's ability to blend mainstream appeal with deeper spiritual messages, reflecting his artistic evolution. It received positive critical reception and highlighted songs like 'My Sweet Lord' and 'Here Comes the Sun', reaffirming his status as a vital figure in rock music during the early 90s.
- Best for
- dynamic live performance energy wave-like pacing with peaks spiritual themes for reflection
- 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
- David Bowie· Duran Duran· Kate Bush· Kim Wilde· Bee Gees· Joe Jackson· giorge mijael· Ringo Starr
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 Standout 3:31
- 3 My Sweet Lord Standout 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 Standout 7:08
- 9 Roll Over Beethoven 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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