George Harrison

. The Jacksons: An American Dream was later rebroadcast on VH-1 and released to VHS and DVD.
. The miniseries was the highest rated show of the week, won an Emmy Award and was nominated for three more, and won two Young Artist Awards. Harrison was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 15, 2004. Williams as Suzanne de Passe, Bumper Robinson as teenage Jackie, Jason Weaver as pre-teenage Michael, and Terrence Dashon Howard as adult Jackie. George Harrison and Aaliyah Haughton made UK Chart History when they scored the first, and to this date only, back to back posthumous number one hits when Aaliyah's "More than a Woman" (Released on 07 January 2002 and topped the chart on 13 January 2002) was followed by George's "My Sweet Lord" (Re-released on 14 January 2002 and topped the chart on 20 January 2002). Among the actors featured in the miniseries were Angela Bassett as Katherine Jackson, Lawrence-Hilton Jacobs as Joseph Jackson, Billy Dee Williams as Berry Gordy, Vanessa L.

Joe Brown concluded with the Gus Kahn/Isham Jones classic "I'll See You In My Dreams". The first installement of the miniseries covered the decades from Katherine and Joseph Jackson's first meeting in 1945 up until the first Jackson 5 releases on Motown in 1969, while the second part covered the years from 1970 to 1984, and the effects of the Jackson 5's phenominal success on the family. For the finale, all of the artists went back on stage to end with "Something," "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," "My Sweet Lord" (with Billy Preston on keyboards) and "Wah-Wah". In 1992, Suzanne de Passe and Jermaine Jackson worked with Motown to produce The Jacksons: An American Dream, a five-hour television miniseries broadcast based on the history of the Jacksons in two parts on ABC. Ravi Shankar's daughter Anoushka Shankar joined Jeff Lynne in a performance of "The Inner Light," Clapton and Lynne performed "I Want To Tell You" and "If I Needed Someone," Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers (with Jools Holland and Sam Brown) performed "Taxman" and "I Need You," Starr performed "Photograph", members of Monty Python (Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Eric Idle and Terry Gilliam) performed "The Lumberjack Song," and McCartney and Starr performed "For You Blue". Main Entry: The Jacksons: An American Dream. On November 29, 2002, the first anniversary of his death, the Concert For George saw the two remaining Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr join many of Harrison's friends for a special memorial concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London that benefitted the Material World Charitable Foundation. Two years later, The Jacksons made a reunion appearance on Michael's September 7, 2001 concert at Madison Square Garden, which was later broadcast as a television special on November 13 on CBS.

His final album, Brainwashed, was completed by Dhani Harrison and Jeff Lynne and released in November 2002. The Jackson 5 were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1999. He often said: 'Everything else can wait but the search of God can't wait, and love one another'". Marlon unsuccessfully attempted to start a solo career of his own, while Tito, Randy, and Jackie went on to become successful session musicians. After his death, the Harrison family released the following statement: "He left this world as he lived in it: conscious of God, fearless of death and at peace, surrounded by family and friends. Michael and Jermaine resumed their respective solo careers, with Michael becoming one of the most well-known performers in the world. He was cremated, and although it was widely reported that his ashes were scattered in the River Ganges, the ceremony was not conducted at the expected time [2] (http://www.theage.com.au/cgi-bin/common/popupPrintArticle.pl?path=/articles/2002/11/30/1038386359453.html). The actual disposition of the ashes has not been publicly disclosed. The brothers eventually drifted apart, reuniting only once for the album 2300 Jackson St. in 1989.

His death was ascribed to lung cancer that had metastasized to the brain. The Jacksons released the album Victory in 1984, featuring the hit single "State of Shock" with guest star Mick Jagger, and supported the album with the massively successful Victory tour. George died at the home of a friend in Los Angeles, California on Thursday, November 29, 2001, at the age of 58. Michael continued to perform with his brothers, releasing the album Triumph in 1980, which featured the hit song "Can You Feel It." Although Triumph was mildly successful, it was nothing compared to Michael's Off the Wall or its follow-up, Thriller, which went on to become the most successful album of all-new material ever. Abram, who believed he was possessed by Harrison and was on a "mission from God" to kill him, was later acquitted on grounds of insanity. Quincy Jones was the producer of the film's songs, and he and Michael began work on Michael’s first Epic solo album, Off the Wall, the next year. Off the Wall, released in 1979, sold six million copies and featured four #1 hit singles, causing some speculation about whether Michael would leave the Jacksons. Harrison and his wife fought the intruder and detained him for the police. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

There was also a December 30, 1999 attempt on his life by a crazed fan, 35 year-old Michael Abram, who broke into his home, Friar Park in Henley-on-Thames, and stabbed him multiple times, puncturing his lung. In 1977, Michael starred alongside Diana Ross in the Motown/Universal Pictures motion picture The Wiz, an adaptation of the Broadway musical based upon L. Throughout the 1990s, Harrison, a former smoker, endured an ongoing battle with cancer, having growths removed first from his throat, then his lung. The show was the first variety show hosted by an African-American family. This new album included three excellent new songs; "Poor Little Girl", "Cheer Down" and "Cockamamie Business" which saw him, once again, looking wryly upon his Beatley past. The Jacksons debued on June 16, 1976, and ran on CBS until its cancellation the following March. 1992 saw a 'Best Of' released, although this was to concentrate on the 1976 - 1992 years, unlike his previous compilation released of the mid 70's. In summer 1976, CBS television executive Fred Silverman signed the Jackson family (including Michael, Marlon, Tito, Jackie, Randy, Rebbie, LaToya, and Janet) to appear in their own variety show, to compete with ABC's The Osmonds.

The Live in Japan recording came from these shows. At first part of CBS's Philadelphia International division, and later moving over to Epic Records, the Jacksons continued releasing popular singles such as "Enjoy Yourself" and "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground).". tour, and although he seemed to enjoy it more there were to be no others. The Jacksons were also forced to trade Jermaine for youngest Jackson brother Randy, since Jermaine chose to stay with Motown and the Gordys. It was his first tour since the ill-fated 1974 U.S. Motown sued for breach of contract, and although they eventually let the group go, the Jacksons were forced to change their name to The Jacksons because Motown owned the "Jackson 5" trademark. In 1991 Harrison staged a tour of Japan along with his friend Eric Clapton. In 1975, Joe had the group sign with CBS Records, in hopes of getting better royalties and more creative control, angered at Motown's refusal to allow the Jacksons to play their own instruments on record.

It was not as successful as the previous album, but still managed to stay on the charts for quite a time, spawning the singles "She's My Baby" and "Wilbury Twist". Their albums declined somewhat in critical acclaim and financial success during the latter part of their Motown tenure, although albums such as Lookin' Thru the Windows (1972) and Get It Together (1973) frequently included successful album tracks, including their version of "Hum Along and Dance", a popular number in their live act. The album was recorded as a four-piece. Later Top 20 hits included "Lookin' Through the Windows" (1972) and the disco-styled "Dancing Machine" (1974). The band had allegedly approached Del Shannon about replacing Roy, but he also met an untimely death. After 1972, the Jackson 5's releases were less immensely successful, but they still did very well. The first year of the new decade saw a new Traveling Wilburys album, despite the sad death of Roy Orbison. Jermaine started a solo career of his own in 1972, and had a Top Ten hit with his Shep and the Limelites cover "Daddy's Home." The following year, Jermaine married Berry Gordy's daughter Hazel, against the wishes of his father.

One of his most memorable cameos was in the cult Beatles parody The Rutles, created by ex-Python Eric Idle. His other successful solo singles included "Rockin' Robin" (1972) and "I Wanna Be Where You Are" (1973). Papadopolous in Life of Brian. Michael also sung the title track for the 1972 motion picture Ben. He made several cameo appearances in these movies, including appearing as a nightclub singer in Shanghai Surprise, and as Mr. In 1971, Motown also began a spin-off solo career for Michael, whose first single, "Got to Be There", was a Top 5 hit. Other films produced by Handmade included Mona Lisa, Time Bandits, Shanghai Surprise and Withnail and I. Motown licensed dozens of Jackson 5-related products, and Rankin-Bass produced The Jackson 5ive, a Saturday morning cartoon that debuted on September 11, 1971 and ran for two seasons on ABC.

He provided financial backing for the Python film The Life of Brian after the original backers (EMI Films) withdrew, fearing the subject matter of the film was too controversial. Other early Top 5 hits included "Mama's Pearl" and "Never Can Say Goodbye." "Jacksonmania" swept the nation, with thousands of young girls falling in love with the Jackson brothers, especially Jermaine and little Michael. Since childhood The Beatles had been fans of the anarchic humour of The Goons, and Harrison became a dedicated fan of their successors, the Monty Python team. The Jackson 5 became an instant sensation, with "I Want You Back" and its 1970 follow-ups "ABC", "The Love You Save", and "I'll Be There" all going to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. One of Harrison's most successful ventures during this period was his involvement in film production through his company Handmade Films. Most of the early Jackson 5 singles were written and produced by The Corporation, who crafted for the Jackson 5 a combination of the "Motown Sound" and bubblegum pop that they termed "bubblegum soul". This had to be completed inside 2 weeks, as Dylan was scheduled to start a tour. Released in October of 1988, under various pseudonyms as half-brothers, supposed sons of Charles Truscott Wilbury, Sr., their album was immediately dubbed as one of the top 100 albums of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. "I Want You Back" was the only single from the Jackson 5's first album, Diana Ross Presents the Jackson 5, which was released in December 1969.

The record company realised the track ("Handle With Care") was too good for its original purpose and asked for a separate album. the Jackson 5 performed it and Sly & the Family Stone's "Sing A Simple Song" as part of their television debut on The Hollywood Palace as special guests of Diana Ross & the Supremes. During the 1980s, he helped form the Traveling Wilburys with Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty when they gathered in Dylan's garage to quickly record an additional track for a projected Harrison European single release. A week after "I Want You Back" was released asa single on October 7. The album got to #8. The Jackson 5's first single, "I Want You Back," was written and produced by a collective of Motown songwriters and producers, including Berry Gordy, Alphonso Mizell, Deke Richards, and Freddie Perren, who were collectively known as The Corporation. He returned in 1987 with the album Cloud Nine, co-produced with Jeff Lynne, and enjoyed a hit (#1 in the U.S.; #2 in the U.K) when his cover version of "Got My Mind Set On You" was released as a single. Diana Ross formally introduced the Jackson 5 to the public on August 11, 1969, at a Beverly Hills, California club called The Daisy.

But he released no records for five years after Gone Troppo in 1982 was met with apparent indifference. In 1969, Gordy moved the entire Jackson family to California, and he and de Passe began the process of grooming them as the label's next big act. All the three ex-Beatles performed on it, marking the first time since the break-up in 1970 that the three appeared on one record, although it was expressly a Harrison single. The early Taylor-produced Jackson 5 records were all covers of both contemporary hits and Motown-standards, including Sly & the Family Stone's "Stand!" and their famous rendition of The Miracles' "Who's Lovin' You", written by Smokey Robinson. Immediately following the murder of his friend and former bandmate John Lennon, Harrison modified the lyrics of a song he had written for Ringo Starr to make it a tribute song to Lennon, "All Those Years Ago", which found substantial radio airplay and continues to be a staple of "classic rock" radio. recording studio in Detriot. He moved his own output to the label in 1976, once his contract with EMI finished. Motown began negotiations to buy out the Jackson 5's Steeltown contract; in the meantime, Bobby Taylor began producing the group's first recordings at Motown's Hitsville U.S.A.

Harrsion had formed his own record label, Dark Horse Records, in 1974 and issued a limited number of records by performers such as Splinter, Attitudes and Ravi Shankar. Gordy's initial reluctance disappeared when he finally saw the boys perform, and decide to sign them to Motown. The most successful was Thirty Three & 1/3, which was lighter in tone and featured the hits "This Song" (a satire of the "My Sweet Lord" ruling) and "Crackerbox Palace" (a humourous and surrealistic number, perhaps reflecting his association with members of Monty Python). Taylor was also very impressed with the boys, and he and Motown executive Suzanne de Passe arranged for the Jackson 5 to audition for Berry Gordy in person that summer. Harrison continued to issue records throughout the rest of the 1970s. For one of their performances in 1968, the Jackson 5 opened for Motown group Bobby Taylor & the Vancouvers at Chicago's Regal Theater. The album was not received well, despite the occasional gem such as "So Sad", and the tour got poor notices due to excessive preachiness and Harrison's voice being hoarse. That same year, the Jackson 5 made their first recordings for the Steeltown label in 1967; one of them, "Big Boy," became a regional hit.

In 1974 Harrison released Dark Horse and at the same time launched a major tour of the United States. Knight recommended the group to Motown chief Berry Gordy, but Gordy, who already had Stevie Wonder on his roster, was hesitant to take on another child act because of the child labor laws and other problems involved. "Give Me Love" was a big hit, and "Sue Me Sue You Blues" was a window into the former Beatles' miserable legal travails, but overall the record was seen as too overtly religious. In 1967, the Jackson 5 won the Amateur Night competition at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, impressing Motown Records artist Gladys Knight. Harrison's next album was Living in the Material World in 1973. During this period, the boys toured Indiana extensively, and after winning a major local talent show in 1966 with a rendition of The Temptations' "My Girl", led by Michael, they began playing professional gigs. In addition to his own works, during this time Harrison wrote or produced several hits for Ringo Starr and also appeared on tracks by John Lennon. Already showing talent as a singer and dancer, Michael eventually replaced Jermaine as lead vocalist, and Joe soon renamed the band The Jackson 5..

Unforunately, however, the concert actually lost money due to expenses. Jermaine sang lead and played bass, and Tito played guitar. Johnny and Ronnie were replaced the next year by Marlon and Michael, who was only 5 years old. Classical sitar maestro Ravi Shankar opened the proceedings, which included other popular musicians such as Bob Dylan (in a surprise rare live appearance), Leon Russell, Eric Clapton, Badfinger and Billy Preston. Joe Jackson served as the manager, at first only part-time, and then eventually quitting his job at the steel mill. His Concert for Bangladesh on August 1, 1971, drew over 40,000 people to two shows in New York's Madison Square Garden with the intention of aiding the starving refugees from the war in Bangladesh. In 1962, Jackie, Tito, and Jermaine began performing around the Gary area with two neighborhood children, Johnny Jackson and Ronnie Rancifer, in a group called The Jackson Brothers. Harrison was probably the first modern musician to organize a major charity concert. Joe eventually discovered that the older three boys were playing his guitar when one of the strings broke [5] (http://edition.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0311/30/lkl.00.html); although he was furious at first, he realized the boys had talent, and began making plans to create a musical act for them.

Harrison denied deliberately stealing the song, but he did lose the case in 1976; in the ruling, the court accepted the possibility that Harrison had "unconsciously plagiarised" the Chiffons song as the basis for his own song. 1958) would be allowed to watch, as long as they didn't tell. It included the number one hit single "My Sweet Lord", although Harrison was later sued for copyright infringement over the supposed similarities to the 1963 Chiffons single "He's So Fine". Younger brothers Marlon (b. 1957) and Michael (b. After years of being limited in his contributions to the Beatles, he released a large number of the songs he had stockpiled in the first major solo work released after the breakup, All Things Must Pass, the first triple album in rock history. 1954) borrowing their father's guitar without his pernmission and playing along to the radio. After the Beatles split in 1970, Harrison released a number of albums that were critically and commercially successful, both as solo projects and as a member of other groups. 1953), and Jermaine (b.

His increasing productivity, coupled with his difficulties in getting The Beatles to record his music, meant that by the end of the group's career he had amassed a considerable stockpile of unreleased material. The children found an outlet in music, with elder brothers Jackie (born 1951), Tito (b. "Something" is considered one of his very best works, and was even covered by Frank Sinatra. Joe, a steel mill employee who often performed in an R&B band called "The Falcons" with his brother Luther, was a strict disciplinarian; many of the Jackson children recall being severely beaten by Joe for misbehaving. "Here Comes the Sun" and "Something" are probably his two best-known Beatles songs. The Jacksons were a working-class family from Gary, Indiana. Katherine raised the children as Jehovah's Witnesses, and they therefore were not allowed to have many leisure activities. Notable Harrison compositions from the Beatles' oeuvre include: the intricate "If I Needed Someone"; "I Want To Tell You"; the Indian-influenced "Love You To"; the acerbic "Taxman" (later referenced in The Jam's "Start"); the much-maligned "Within You, Without You", which is arguably a foundation stone of the world music genre; "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", which was strongly influenced by the music of his friend Roy Orbison and featured a guitar solo by his close friend Eric Clapton; "Piggies", which later featured inadvertently in the notorious Charles Manson murder case. The Jackson 5 was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997, and have two songs ("ABC" and "I Want You Back") that are among the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll.

While not the primary composer in the group (Lennon and McCartney wrote the vast bulk of the Beatles' material), as time went on Harrison's songwriting improved greatly and his material gradually earned respect from both his fellow Beatles and the public. By the mid-Sixties Lennon and McCartney had become somewhat more accepting of his contributions, although he later said that he always had difficulty getting his songs recorded and only managed to get one or two included on each LP. Their influence on later performers has been profound, inspiring a number of performers from diverse fields, including indie rock band Dashboard Confessional [2] (http://www.dashboardconfessional.com/index.cfm/action/info./), New Jack Swing group New Edition [3] (http://www.andwedanced.com/charts/apr1983.htm) and boy band Hanson [4] (http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/hanson/bio.jhtml). The tension between Harrison and McCartney can be clearly seen in several scenes in the Let It Be documentary film and relations became so strained during the making of the film that Harrison briefly quit the band. Coming after the label's most famous acts, the Jacksons were "the last big stars to come rolling off (the Motown) assembly line" (Berry Gordy, founder of Motown Records). Friction between Harrison and McCartney increased markedly during the recording of The White Album, with Harrison threatening to leave the group on several occasions. At the time of their early success, soul and funk stars, especially coming from Motown Records, were among the most popular musicians; Motown had launched the careers of dozens of the decade's biggest stars. Despite this, the two men remained close friends. The Jackson 5's sound was influenced by many of the biggest stars of the 1960s, especially including family funk band Sly & the Family Stone, album-oriented soul pioneer Marvin Gaye, doo wop boy band Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers and soul shouters like Jackie Wilson, Joe Tex, Stevie Wonder and James Brown [1] (http://edition.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0311/30/lkl.00.html).

Clapton famously poured out his unrequited passion on the landmark Derek & the Dominoes album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs (1971), but soon after its release Boyd left her husband and she and Clapton subsequently married. Originally signed to the Motown label before switching to CBS Records in 1975, the Jackson 5 were one of the most popular groups of the era, eventually selling over 100 million records worldwide and becoming the only performers to have their first four singles reach the top of the American charts. Harrison married model Pattie Boyd in 1966, but in the late 1960s Clapton fell in love with her. All but two members of the group (early members Johnny Jackson and Ronnie Rancifer) were the male children of Katherine and Joseph Jackson (who served as the boys' manager): Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, Michael, and Randy, who replaced Jermaine in 1975. This song was the basis for Harrison's composition for The Beatles' Abbey Road album, "Here Comes The Sun", which was written in Clapton's back garden. The Jackson 5 (also spelled The Jackson Five or The Jackson 5ive, abbreviated as J5, and later known as The Jacksons) were an American popular music act, active from 1962 to 1990, whose repertoire combined R&B, soul, funk, and later disco. Harrison formed a close friendship with Eric Clapton in the late 1960s and they co-wrote the song "Badge", which was released on Cream's farewell album in 1969. Ronnie Rancifer (1962-1975): An original member of the Jackson 5, Ronnie remained the group's on-stage keyboardist from its inception unti lthe end of its Motown tenure.

For a short time Harrison used the drug regularly and became an enthusiastic advocate, although he later renounced the use of drugs. Johnny Jackson (1962-1975): An original member of the Jackson 5, Johnny remained the group's on-stage drummer from its inception unti lthe end of its Motown tenure. Harrison and Lennon were the first two of the Beatles to try LSD in 1965, when they were unwittingly 'dosed' by their dentist at a party in London. He became an official member of the group in 1975, after Jermaine departed and the group switched to CBS. He championed Shankar with western audiences and was largely responsible for having him included on the bill at the Monterey International Pop Festival in June 1967. Randy Jackson (1972-1989): Randy unofficially began performing with the Jackson 5 in 1972, playing congas. He travelled to India to take lessons from Shankar, bought a sitar himself, and became the first western popular musician to use one on a recording (Norwegian Wood). He was the only one of the brothers to have a consistent solo career, and has become one of the most famous musicians in the world.

Harrison quickly became fascinated with the sitar, immersed himself in Indian music and was instrumental in popularising the sitar in particular and Indian music in general in the West. Michael Jackson (1963-1989): During his tenure with the Jackson 5, Michael was clearly the most popular member. A turning point in Harrison's career came during an American tour in 1965, when his friend David Crosby of The Byrds introduced him to Indian classical music and the work of sitar maestro Ravi Shankar. Marlon then became a real estate broker and co-owner of Major Broadcasting Corporation. Although he was a highly creative soloist, several of his famous Beatles guitar solos were recorded under specific directions from Paul McCartney, who on occasion demanded that Harrison play what he envisioned virtually note-for-note. He released one solo LP. Harrison was a fluent, inventive and highly accomplished rhythm and lead guitarist, whose influences included Chuck Berry, Carl Perkins and Chet Atkins. He eventually eloped with a fan, Carol, and, due to friction with his brothers, did not perform on the group's last album.

[1] (http://www.newsindia-times.com/2002/12/13/intl-top14.html). Marlon Jackson (1963-1989): Joing the year after the band was formed along with Michael, Marlon was sometimes beaten for his failure to live up to his brother's dancing skills. While, during his lifetime, Harrison had bequeathed to the society his Lethmore Heath ranch, located north of London, he redoubted speculations that he would leave ISKCON a large sum in his will: in fact, he left nothing to the organization. He stayed with Motown to pursue a solo career, achieving moderate success. Soon after, Harrison embraced the Hare Krishna tradition and remained associated with them until his death. Jermaine Jackson (1962-1975; 1984-1989): A singer, Jermaine stayed with the group until the others switched from Motown to CBS Records. The same year, he and fellow Beatle John Lennon met Swami Prabhupada A.C. Bhaktivedanta, the founder of the Hindu sect International Society for Krishna Consciousness. Tito Jackson (1962-1989): Another original member, Tito has enjoyed a solo career as a blues musician.

In the summer of 1969, the Beatles produced the single "Hare Krishna Mantra", performed by Harrison and the devotees of the London Radha-Krishna Temple that topped the 10 best-selling record charts throughout UK, Europe, and Asia. He had a solo career, releasing three albums, and eventually married Enid Jackson, also later having an affair with singer Paula Abdul. It was his meeting with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi that led him first into meditation. Jackie Jackson (1962-1989): The eldest brother, Jackie was a singer and, prior to a musical career, a baseball player. His experimentation with the instrument brought him into contact with the sitar virtuoso Ravi Shankar, who became a close friend and mentor, along with Shankar's famed poet friend Zakir Raman. In the mid 1960s he began playing the sitar, which influenced the sound of the Beatles' music in such songs as "Norwegian Wood", "Love You To", and "Within You Without You".

At the height of the Beatles' popularity, he was often characterized as the "Quiet Beatle", noted for his introspective manner and his growing interest in Hinduism. In the mid-1950s he knew Paul McCartney (also a Liverpool Institute student) and beginning in February 1958 played lead guitar in the band (initially called the Quarry Men) that eventually became the Beatles. Later on, he attended the Liverpool Institute, a "smart school", but was regarded as a poor student, and contemporaries described him as someone who would "sit alone in the corner". Born in Liverpool, England, and raised as a child at 12 Arnold Grove, he first attended school at Dovedale Infants, just off Penny Lane.

They had one son, Dhani Harrison, born the previous month. The ceremony took place at their home, with Joe Brown acting as best man. Harrison married for a second time to Olivia Trinidad Arias, in September 1978. His first wife was the model, Pattie Boyd, for whom Harrison is sometimes supposed to have written the song "Something"; that marriage ended in divorce.

Harrison married twice. His sister has said that their mother wrote in her diary that he was born ten minutes after midnight on February 25. According to Harrison, his birthday was really February 24. George Harrison MBE (February 24, 1943 - November 29, 2001) was a popular British songwriter, musician and film producer best known as a member of the Beatles.

2003 "Any Road" #37 UK. 2002 "My Sweet Lord" (re-issue) #1 UK. 1992 "Poor Little Girl / Cheer Down". 1990 "Wilbury Twist" (with The Traveling Wilburys).

1990 "She's My Baby" (with The Traveling Wilburys). 1990 "Nobody's Child" (with The Traveling Wilburys) #44 UK. 1989 "End of the Line" (with The Traveling Wilburys) #52 UK. 1988 "Handle with Care" (with The Traveling Wilburys) #21 UK.

1988 "This Is Love" #55 UK. 1988 "When We Was Fab" #23 US, #25 UK. 1987 "Got My Mind Set on You" #1 US, #2 UK. 1981 "Teardrops" #101 US.

1981 "All Those Years Ago" #2 US, #13 UK. 1979 "Blow Away" #16 US #51 UK. 1977 "It's What You Value" (UK only). 1977 "True Love" (UK only).

1977 "Crackerbox Palace" #19 US. 1976 "This Song" #25 US. 1975 "This Guitar (Can't Keep From Crying)". 1975 "You" #20 US, #38 UK.

1975 "Ding Dong" #36 US, #38 UK. 1974 "Dark Horse" #15 US. 1973 "Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth)" #1 US, #8 UK. 1971 "Bangla-Desh" #10 UK, #23 US.

1971 "What is Life" #10 US, (unreleased UK). '71). 1970 "My Sweet Lord" #1 US, #1 UK (Jan. Dark Horse Years 1976-1992 (2004 box-set compilation).

Best of Dark Horse 1976-1989 (1989 compilation). The Best of George Harrison (1976 compilation). Brainwashed (2002). Live In Japan (1992, remastered 2004).

Traveling Wilburys, Volume 3 (1990). Traveling Wilburys, Volume 1 (1988). Cloud Nine (1987, remastered 2004). Gone Troppo (1982, remastered 2004).

Somewhere in England (1981, remastered 2004). George Harrison (1979, remastered 2004). Thirty Three & 1/3 (1976, remastered 2004). Extra Texture (1975).

Dark Horse (1974). Living in the Material World (1973). Concert for Bangladesh (1971). All Things Must Pass (1970, remastered 2001).

Electronic Sound (1969). Wonderwall Music (Film Soundtrack, 1968).