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Cloud Nine - Vinil Music

by George Harrison
label: BMG, February of 2017 ‧
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ALIGNMENT


Disco 1
01 - Cloud Nine
02 - That's What It Takes
03 - Fish On the Sand
04 - Just for Today
05 - This Is Love
06 - When We Was Fab
07 - Devil's Radio
08 - Someplace Else
09 - Wreck of the Hesperus
10 - Breath Away from Heaven
11 - Got My Mind Set On You

Cloud Nine - Vinil

by George Harrison

Property Description
label: BMG
Release Date: February of 2017
Dimensions: 313 x 316 x 7 mm
Format: Music
Categories: Pop-Rock > Rock
EAN: 0602557136586
Number of disks: 1
Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

ABOUT THE ARTIST

George Harrison

George Harrison (25 February 1943 – 29 November 2001) was an English musician, songwriter and producer, widely known as the lead guitarist of The Beatles. Although often referred to as "the quiet Beatle", Harrison stood out for his innovative contribution to the band and his role in introducing influences from Indian music and Eastern spirituality to the Western world. His solo career consolidated him as one of the most influential artists in twentieth-century music.

Harrison joined the Beatles in 1958, completing the group led by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, alongside Ringo Starr. During the band's heyday, although Lennon and McCartney were the main songwriters, George contributed memorable tracks such as "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", "Here Comes the Sun" and "Something". The latter became one of the most beloved songs in the Beatles catalog, being described by Frank Sinatra as "the greatest love song ever".

His curiosity for Indian culture led to the introduction of the sitar into Beatles music, as heard in "Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)" from the album Rubber Soul (1965). This influence expanded on albums such as Revolver (1966) and Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1967), becoming a central element in the band's sound during this period. Her connection with Indian musician Ravi Shankar deepened her interest in spirituality, something that shaped the rest of her life and career.

After the Beatles' breakup in 1970, Harrison released the triple album All Things Must Pass, which was hailed as a milestone in rock music. The album included hits such as "My Sweet Lord" and "What Is Life", and was one of the most successful works by a solo Beatle. Harrison also organized the Concert for Bangladesh in 1971, one of the first large-scale charity events, marking him as a pioneer in combining music and social activism.

During his solo career, George released several notable albums, including Living in the Material World (1973), Cloud Nine (1987), and Brainwashed (2002), the latter released posthumously. In addition, he was a member of the supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, alongside Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne and Roy Orbison, which had great success in the late 80s.

George Harrison passed away in 2001 after a long battle with cancer. His legacy endures not only as a musician, but also as a visionary who transcended rock barriers and explored new cultural and spiritual frontiers. His influence continues to be celebrated by Beatles fans and subsequent generations alike, who find timeless inspiration in his music and message.

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