George Harrison Documentary & Book Announced

GEORGE HARRISON: LIVING IN THE MATERIAL WORLD focuses the imaginative and inspired eye of one of cinema's most pre-eminent filmmakers on one of the world's most influential men. The film takes viewers on the musical and spiritual voyage that was George Harrison’s life, much of it told in his own words. The result is deeply moving and touches each viewer in unique and individual ways.

Academy Award-winning director Martin Scorsese traces Harrison's life from his musical beginnings in Liverpool through his life as a musician, a seeker, a philanthropist, and filmmaker. Scorsese weaves together interviews with Harrison and his closest friends, performances, home movies, and photographs. Much of the material in the film has never been seen (or heard) before. The result is a rare glimpse into the mind and soul of one of the most talented artists of his generation and a profoundly intimate and affecting work of cinema.

The film includes interviews with Eric Clapton, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, George Martin, Paul McCartney, Yoko Ono, Tom Petty, Phil Spector, Ringo Starr and Jackie Stewart. They speak honestly and frankly about George's many talents and contradictions.

- official press release; courtesy of georgeharrison.com

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE...

Revelator

This is the first collaboration between singer Susan Tedeschi and guitarist Derek Trucks, of whom I've been a fan of ever since I saw him live with Clapton four years ago. Backed by nine experienced players, Revelator is ear-pleasing blues rock, soul and R&B. I dig Tedeschi's vocals for the most part; she does sing a bit like Bonnie Raitt, which is cool, though after a while I feel that her singing sounds pretty much the same throughout the album, but at least it rises above the average songwriting. It's a record that strives to be great, but falls slightly short. Trucks' guitar playing is stellar as usual, but he's not 'let loose' enough as you might expect, as opposed to say, not playing it safe. The musical synergy is definitely there, but nothing compared to what you get from listening to The Band. Also I wished there were more horns! Anyway the album's good enough that I'll keep coming back to it often.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE...

Powderfinger

Something I just discovered. My God, this International Harvesters rendition is sublime. How we all wished it was included in A Treasure.

A Once-In-A-Lifetime Event

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS...

Update - Newly Added Shows:

2 Feb: Brisbane Entertainment Centre (2nd Brisbane show)
10 Feb: Rod Laver Arena (3rd Melbourne show)

P.S. The Perth show seems to be selling very slowly, so I'm doubtful if there will be a 2nd one.

albums I listened to this week...

I still love the idea of listening to a record in its entirety, just sitting in front of the hi-fi and soaking everything in, first to last track, not doing anything else. THAT'S the way to appreciate music.

P.S. song of the week: The Golden State - John Doe & Kathleen Edwards

Men Without Women

Remember there are certain records in your life the first time you listen to you don't think much of, and then when you revisit them years later you're absolutely blown away? Little Steven's debut solo album is the one that did it for me. I now understand why this music is so important. I love everything about it -- the genius Stax & Motown-like instrumentation and arrangements, Steve's vocals (definitely inspired by Keith Richards), the classy songwriting, even the kick-ass back album cover of the band. Do yourself a favor and pick this up.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE...