George Harrison (Singer-Songwriter) - On This Day

Publish date: 2024-09-24

Profession: Singer-Songwriter

Biography: English musician, singer and songwriter who became famous as the lead guitarist of the Beatles.

Most Beatles albums included at least one Harrison song, including "While My Guitar Gently Weeps"; "Here Comes the Sun"; and "Something", which became the Beatles' second-most-covered song. His exploration of Indian music and meditation were evidenced in some of his songwriting.

After the break-up of the Beatles, he began his solo career with the landmark "All Thing Must Pass" album. In response to refugee strife in Bangladesh, he organized an all-star benefit concert at Madison Square Garden (NYC) in 1971 that served as a proto-type for future such events.

He co-founded the movie production company HandMade Films, producing and distributing films such as "Life of Brian"; "Time Bandits'; "Mona Lisa"; and "Withnail and I".

After some time away from making albums, he had a commercial resurgence in the late 1980s with his release "Cloud 9", and formation of the super-group the Traveling Wilburys.

He was married twice - to British model Pattie Boyd from 1966-77, and to American record label executive Olivia Arias from 1978 until his death, with whom he one son, musician Dhani Harrison.

He was also elected to The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice - with the Beatles (2008), and posthumously as a solo performer (2004).

Born: February 25, 1943
Birthplace: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Pisces

Died: November 29, 2001 (aged 58)
Cause of Death: Lung cancer

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