GEORGE HARRISON MBE 25 FEBRUARY 1943 - 29 NOVEMBER 2001
This Site is dedicated to the memory of the one and only George Harrison. He changed many lives through his music, his humour and his philosophy.
We know that his influence lives on and that it can still help to change lives.
In a stony ground he planted something that can never die. Thank you George.
If you have a story or photos that you would like to share please email us at
forgeorge@yahoo.co.uk
This Site is dedicated to the memory of the one and only George Harrison. He changed many lives through his music, his humour and his philosophy.
We know that his influence lives on and that it can still help to change lives.
In a stony ground he planted something that can never die. Thank you George.
If you have a story or photos that you would like to share please email us at
forgeorge@yahoo.co.uk
1 August 1971 ~ The first time the Power of Music was harnessed to make a difference and it was all because of George ~ the Concerts For Bangladesh showed the way in which Music could alleviate suffering.
The 79th Anniversary of George's Official Birthday 25 February 2022
Millions of people around the World celebrate the Anniversary of George's birth every year because of the continuing impact he has on their lives with his music, lyrics, philosophy, humour and example. In his quiet way he did indeed change things in so many ways including removing barriers where others would seek to put them up.
Now, more than ever, we remember you with love and thanks.
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Revisiting our Concert at St George's Hall in Liverpool August 1 2009 ~ Piggies (formed for just the one day) played this incredible cover of one of George's most loved tunes ~ everyone's favourite guitar anthem.
Peace on Earth and Goodwill to All ~ wishing you safety and joy 🎸🎄☮️🎅ॐ🎁🎸
(29 November 2021 ~ The twentieth anniversay of George's passing. Please join us on facebook for a listen to some of his tunes and a look at some photos. (photo credit Tim Boxer) www.facebook.com/forgeorge
DARK HORSE TOUR
We are galloping through the Tour on Facebook (about half way through now!)
https://www.facebook.com/forgeorge
Remembrance Evening for George 29 November 2021
The Krishnas have held an evening for George every year to commemorate his Disappearance Day, 29 November. This year the event, although free, is ticketed so if you would like to go please register for a ticket first. The event is at Bhaktivedanta Manor ~ the shelter provided by George to the Krishnas ~ and our Friend Sakshi Gopal Das has kept the Event going for all these years out of love and devotion for George ~ lest his huge contribution be forgotten.
Hare Krishna ॐ
(Thanks for the link Grace Williams)
https://www.bhaktivedantamanor.co.uk/home/?p=15984&fbclid=IwAR2mmvcOTsGMbRRNgWT5YWFuvKJlx080YjHHGjf0Zxfg_db9F62JaSVBzUA
#georgeharrison #bhaktivedantamanor #harekrishna
Hare Krishna ॐ
(Thanks for the link Grace Williams)
https://www.bhaktivedantamanor.co.uk/home/?p=15984&fbclid=IwAR2mmvcOTsGMbRRNgWT5YWFuvKJlx080YjHHGjf0Zxfg_db9F62JaSVBzUA
#georgeharrison #bhaktivedantamanor #harekrishna
6 August 2021 ~ finally ~ the 50th (51st!) Anniversary Re-issue of George's 'All Things Must Pass'.
'“Sunrise doesn’t last all morning, a cloudburst doesn’t last all day” — are a balm in this late stage of a global pandemic.'~ LA Times
One of the Fab outtakes...
One of the Fab outtakes...
Happy Birthday Dhani
1 August 1971 THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONCERTS FOR BANGLADESH ~ when George with a little help from his Friends showed the power of Music 🎸 ॐ 💗
OUT on 6 August 2021 the 50th Anniversary Release of ALL THINGS MUST PASS ❤️
50 years ago 27 november 1970 Released in the UK . ALL THINGS MUST PASS
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MY SWEET LORD
The single "My Sweet Lord" was realeased in the UK on 15 January 1971 ~ it was a life changing tune for many people. The 2000 version was released nearly 31 years later on 14 January 2001.
"Even though George passed on from this material world in 2001, his charitable work has continued. In response to an outpouring of emotion by fans and friends, “My Sweet Lord” was re-released in 2002. The profits from that single benefited: Médicins Sans Frontières, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Macmillan Nurses, National Deaf Children’s Society, NSPCC and others."
Extract from The Material World Charitable Foundation Founded by George in 1973
http://www.georgeharrison.com/material-world-charitable-foundation/
George is the only one of The Beatles to have a number 1 twice with the same tune.
MEETING THE BEATLES IN INDIA WORLD PREMIERE 9 SEPTEMBER 2020
https://nysmusic.com/2020/09/09/film-review-meeting-the-beatles-in-india/
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THE INNER LIGHT CHALLENGE Material World Foundation will donate another $1 (up to $100,000) for every one of you who shares their own "Inner Light" moment on social media using the hashtag #innerlight2020 This can be a verse, a chorus or a line from the song. Sing it, play it, hum it, strum it, paint it, knit it, chant it, plant it, pray or meditate and post it to social media. Remember to hashtag #innerlight2020
Without going out of my door
I can know all things on earth
Without looking out of my window
I can know the ways of heaven
The farther one travels
The less one knows
The less one really knows
Without going out of your door
You can know all things on earth
Without looking out of your window
You can know the ways of heaven
The farther one travels
The less one knows
The less one really knows
Arrive without traveling
See all without looking
Do all without doing
#innerlight2020
We love you George
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29 August 2019 was the 50th Anniversary of the release of The Hare Krishna Mantra ~ please see our little commemoration http://www.forgeorge.co.uk/hare-krishna.html HARE KRISHNA
it follows on as a special Chapter of 'His Sweet Lord' which attempts to chart George's Spiritual Journey. If you have any information (or corrections) please do contact us. XXX
http://www.forgeorge.co.uk/his-sweet-lord.html
it follows on as a special Chapter of 'His Sweet Lord' which attempts to chart George's Spiritual Journey. If you have any information (or corrections) please do contact us. XXX
http://www.forgeorge.co.uk/his-sweet-lord.html
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The third and final demo recorded by George on 25 February 1969 was this one ~
Demo no 2 recorded today (25 February) 50 years ago
50 years ago today George recorded 3 demos ~ this was the first of them
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM GEORGE ~ make a better tomorrow.
Intermittently Now on instagram no filters necessary on this face! #onlyforgeorge www.instagram.com/onlyforgeorge/ |
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"Mary Bee Mary Bee about to make a lovely cup of tea" George's tune 'Hello Miss Mary Bee' written in 1968 for Pattie Boyd's friend and ex room mate, Mary Bee, during the filming of Hard Day's Night in 1964. This and a reel to reel tape of alternative recordings of Beatles tunes up for sale at Omega Auctions on MONDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER. Photo of George in Rishikesh by Paul Saltzman.
www.news.com.au/world/breaking-news/unreleased-george-harrison-track-on-block/news-story/4d71fc5ad7e244d904db0ee9ae3c4228
"With a little help from me friends"
23 September 2016 George is awarded the inaugural Global Citizen Award
George to be awarded the inaugural Global Citizen Award
Tom Morello said in response to his participation to the event, "It's an honor to be a part of the historic World on Stage event. Music has been, and will continue to be, an important component of the struggle for a more peaceful, just and humane planet. No one knew this better than the great George Harrison."
www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/jon-batiste-tom-morello-will-curate-this-year-s-global-citizen-the-world-on-stage/11866601
GEORGE RECOGNISED AT LIVERPOOL CENTRAL LIBRARY
In 2011 For George heard that there were plans afoot to recognise great Liverpudlians at The Central Library in Liverpool which was, at that time, undergoing major renovations. We contacted the Mayor's Office and asked for a Contact at the Library. The Library approached us directly announcing that there were no plans to include George. We wrote to them suggesting why George should be included. To give them their due, they wrote back and said we had made a convincing case and they decided to include George on their Banner of Firsts. Here is a picture taken in 2013 of the section of the Banner in which George is mentioned.
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A VERY SPECIAL WEDDING ~ Congratulations Victoria and Aaron
and thanks for sending us this :-)
"Saint George" (an image of our poster and the open door to our Free Exhibition For George 1st August - 31st August 2009 in St. George's Hall, Liverpool) by Mike McGear McCartney at his current Exhibition at St. George's Hall also. Kindly sent to us by a dear Friend of For George.
For a report of our Exhibition and photos http://www.forgeorge.co.uk/tribute-for-george-august-1st-2009---exhibition-and-concerts.html
Tom Petty introduced George at another Award Ceremony just over 20 years ago
"It's my guess that he's the only artist on tonight's program who actually changed the world.
Hare Krishna." Tom Petty ~ this time 7 February 2015
Hare Krishna." Tom Petty ~ this time 7 February 2015
2015 The Recording Academy presents The Lifetime Achievement Award to George
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