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George Harrison - Early Takes, Volume 1 (180g Vinyl LP) * * *
George Harrison's 2012 Compilation Album Early Takes, Volume 1 on 180g LP. Features 10 Previously Unreleased Recordings from the Iconic Guitarist/Singer.
Early Takes, Volume 1 is a compilation of outtakes and demo recordings by George Harrison released posthumously on May 1, 2012. The recordings appeared in Martin Scorsese’s 2011 documentary, George Harrison: Living In The Material World. Compiled by producer Giles Martin in collaboration with engineer Paul Hicks, most of the tracks date from the sessions for Harrison’s 1970 triple-album, All Things Must Pass. Available on 180g black vinyl.
Rare are meaningful glimpses into the artistic process of iconic musicians and their equally memorable works. But every Beatle fan and George Harrison devotee will not want to be without this gem. A primarily acoustic affair curated by Olivia Harrison and trusted friends and associates, Early Takes Volume 1 is the pivotal companion piece to Martin Scorsese's acclaimed 2011 documentary on Harrison titled Living in the Material World and features 10 previously unreleased recordings from the iconic guitarist/singer. The set consists of Harrison's rare demos and early takes on such classic material as Bob Dylan's "Mama You Been On My Mind" and many songs that would appear on his solo 1970 masterpiece All Things Must Pass, including "My Sweet Lord," the Dylan/Harrison composition, "I'd Have You Any Time," "Awaiting On You All," "Behind That Locked Door" and the album's title track.
Track List
1. My Sweet Lord (demo)
2. Run Of The Mill (demo)
3. I'd Have You Any Time (early take)
4. Mama You've Been On My Mind (demo)
5. Let It Be Me (demo)
6. Woman Don't You Cry For Me (early take)
7. Awaiting On You All (early take)
8. Behind That Locked Door (demo)
9. All Things Must Pass (demo)
10. The Light That Has Lighted The World (demo)