Tomorrow November 29th marks two years since George Harrison died from cancer. My local radio station is playing all George songs today.
Rest in peace My Love!:(

I remember that day very well. George's death was expected, but it certainly didn't make it hurt any less.

Has it really been two years?

As a tribute to George, I've put my favorite picture of George in my avatar. It was used as the cover of the 1987 album "Cloud Nine" (which has been out-of-print for several years, but will possibly be reissued in 2004). He's smiling, holding his guitar, and in front of a cool cloud background, his shades reflecting more "clouds."

I don't know why, but since his death, I've caught myself glimpsing at the cover more and more. Maybe it's because I see a man at peace with everything. I'm sure that was never true of George, but sometimes we hold mythical opinions of some of our heroes.

George Harrison died 2 years ago. I hope this would be his 2nd anniversary of his death. I listened to a remake of "My Sweet Lord" by Andy Williams two years ago. It was a motional tribute to George Harrison. It was from an album called "Love Story". I have that on vinyl.

I cant believe its already been two years.

The one thing that brings to mind for me about George Harrison, is that even though he was rich and famous, he still had the spirit of giving to his fellow man, and how he was searching, as I think we all are, for the meaning of it all through spirtuality.

I truly think he has found the peace he was looking for.

Miss you George!!! RIP!

peacesign: :crying:

George was my first serious crush on a celebrity when I was 14 years old(1964) Although I still love all of the Beatles ,George will always be very very special to me personally. I don't think I will ever get over it! I know this sounds kinda weird from some one who is in their 50's but I still love him!

Now that I'm home, here's a higher-resolution version of that picture.

Originally posted by AKA
Now that I'm home, here's a higher-resolution version of that picture.

Thanks AKA! I have saved it! I love that pic!:D

Great pic AKA, thanks for sharing. :)

Penny Lane, never be ashamed of the way you feel, I'm in my thirties and I still have a crush on all The Beatles, and a few other rock guys that used to hang on my wall. :D Just think of it as your guilty pleasure and enjoy! :D


peacesign: :bouncers :rockon:

George to me, seemed to be the most unphased by the fame & money. Esp. after he discovered eastern philosophy. It was so great to see that raw last interview he did on VH1. The one they re-aired a couple of years ago. He came across as genuinely down-to-earth & I loved that version of "Any Road' better than the finished version on Brainwashed.
It may seem a stretch, but I think George's subtle influence can be heard right here in today's pop music. One case in point was Missy Elliot's 'Get Ur Freak On'. The use of what sounds like a (sampled) Japanese koto or shamisen said to me the use of exotic instruments in western pop music can be traced directly to Harrison.

Listening to the Beatles is kinda bittersweet for me now that both John & George are gone now. But thankfully, George & the others wrote several uplifting songs. He was one of a kind.

Originally posted by Rickenbacker
George to me, seemed to be the most unphased by the fame & money. Esp. after he discovered eastern philosophy. It was so great to see that raw last interview he did on VH1. The one they re-aired a couple of years ago. He came across as genuinely down-to-earth & I loved that version of "Any Road' better than the finished version on Brainwashed.
It may seem a stretch, but I think George's subtle influence can be heard right here in today's pop music. One case in point was Missy Elliot's 'Get Ur Freak On'. The use of what sounds like a (sampled) Japanese koto or shamisen said to me the use of exotic instruments in western pop music can be traced directly to Harrison.

Listening to the Beatles is kinda bittersweet for me now that both John & George are gone now. But thankfully, George & the others wrote several uplifting songs. He was one of a kind.


I agree with you. I'm reading "Shout: The Beatles in There Generation," which I highly recommend. It was never about money at least reading the book that's what I am understanding, I mean sure if you can make a living at it that's great, and they did. But it was a love of the music that made them what they are, LEGENDS. And in my opinion, and although there are those that have come after that have been just as good, for me the Beatles stand the test of time, they put it out there and made the challenge for others to follow. And the music they made will live on.

:clap :clap props:

He'll never be forgotten. :guitar:

I'm guessing all the Beatle fans have the remastered 'All Things Must Pass'? I love it. Wonder if they'll eventually remaster all of his solo albums.

Originally posted by Rickenbacker
I'm guessing all the Beatle fans have the remastered 'All Things Must Pass'? I love it. Wonder if they'll eventually remaster all of his solo albums.

I have it. They totally could have done a better job remastering it. The new version is clipped, compressed, and maximized.

I like my 1970 Apple LP much better than the 2001 CD.

Originally posted by AKA
I have it. They totally could have done a better job remastering it. The new version is clipped, compressed, and maximized.

I like my 1970 Apple LP much better than the 2001 CD.

I *used* to have the Lp, but it was lost somewhere in moves. But comparing the 2001 cd to the old one from the 80s, this was still much better.

Been to his website? I was so moved by the display that was on it 2 years ago. The opening flower. Though I did have a little trouble navigating through it. Choppy & kind of sluggish.

Originally posted by Jrnygrl
Great pic AKA, thanks for sharing. :)

Penny Lane, never be ashamed of the way you feel, I'm in my thirties and I still have a crush on all The Beatles, and a few other rock guys that used to hang on my wall. :D Just think of it as your guilty pleasure and enjoy! :D


peacesign: :bouncers :rockon:

Aw, thanks. That is so sweet! My daughter who is in her 30's still is ga ga over Duran Duran! So she understands me!:lol:

Originally posted by Rickenbacker
I *used* to have the Lp, but it was lost somewhere in moves. But comparing the 2001 cd to the old one from the 80s, this was still much better.

Be careful for the sake of your ears! You really have to watch out, Rickenbacker. There's a lot of bad things happening to the classic and current music you love.

There's good remastering and there's bad remastering. Check out this article. It can explain it in a lot better terms than I can.

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showthread.php?s=&threadid=90415

And this website:

www.loudnessrace.net

The truth will set you free. And/or make you sick!

Peace.

Art Of Dying
(Harrison)

There'll come a time
When all of us must leave here
Then nothing Sister Mary can do
Will keep me here with you
As nothing in this life that I've been trying
Can equal or surpass the art of dying
Do you believe me?

There'll come a time
When all your hopes are fading
When things that seemed so very plain
Become an awful pain
Searching for the truth among the lying
And answered when you've learned
The art of dying
Are you still with me?

But if you want it, you must find it
But when you have it there'll be no need for it

There'll come a time
When most of us return here
Brought back by our desire to be
A perfect entity
Living through a million years of crying
Until you've realized the art of dying
Do you believe me?