A Concert for George (2003)

 Are you kidding me? Buy it!
Oh come on, I have bought this for a dozen of my friends and relatives. The beat throbs and the visuals fascinate. Actually it is much better than Harrison's originals. The only thing I regret about this disc is not being at the concert. Come on, buy this sucker and join me in a twice weekly airing. April 30, 2008

 For Love of George
The version that played in the cinemas is nothing compared to the version on the video entitled "George's Band". This is hands down the best concert ever. Who would have thought of all the Beatles that the quiet one, George, could have spawned such a show? With the passing of the years and in the shadows of Lennon/McCartney, It has been easy to forget how many great songs George composed. That is until these great songs are performed with such respect and in such reverence by the likes of Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, Ringo Star, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty, Billy Preston and many others of George's dearest friends. You won't believe what happens when egos are checked at the door and musicians of such caliber get together at the Royal Albert Hall to perform George's music with his son. It is truly remarkable. If you haven't seen "George's Band" on the DVD Concert for George you have missed the best show ever. It might bring a tear to your eye. April 29, 2008

 Bone-Chilling and Tear Provoking
"A Concert For George" is an absolute masterpiece of a tribute to a great artist and great man. It is difficult to find words to express the surpurlatives deserving of this DVD. I'm sure George Harrison was smiling over his friends as they performed his songs, and every time this DVD plays in someone's living room, George is smiling again.
The emotions dramatized by the artists participating in this utterly moving tribute to their beloved friend are electrifying and real. This DVD is hands-down my all time favorite. I had not been a great George Harrison fan until I watched this DVD and obseerved these musicians playing tribute to his brilliant body of work. I now recognize George's contribution to the Beatles music and the music world in general. I couldn't help but wonder if the power duo of McCartney-Lennon hadn't held him back, and what other amazing contributions he could have made to the Beatle's library had he been given the chance.
For example, I didn't know until watching this DVD that it was George who authored my favorite Beatles songs: "Here Comes the Sun," "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," "Isn't It A Pity," and "Beware Of Darkness." When Eric Clapton sings "Beware of Darkness," only a cretin could watch this stirring performance and not be moved to tears. Billy Preston, singing his spine-tingling rendition of "Isn't It A Pity" is particularly poignant, as Billy also is no longer with us.
For a touching, spiritual experience, not to mention an opportunity to hear some of our finest musicians at their musical and spiritual height as they pay tribute to their beloved friend George, please check out this DVD. Read the details on Amazon regarding the many other exceptional artists participating in this project, (put together by George's dear friend, Eric) and the fabulous Harrison songs they cover. You'll not regret it. RIP, George. April 5, 2008

 Concert for George
First of all. It's for George. So that is great.

George was great. He made up part of my band. The Beatles.
Best that was ever.

The first bit of the concert is so good, but it is a bit long. Lots of long drawn out Indian Music. But it is good. Just long. So you might get bored a bit.

The best bit of the whole DVD, is when Paul comes on stage and does about two or three numbers. I loved that.

But the DVD, as well as the CD is great.

And again.

If you are a Harrison fan, you must get it.

So yes buy it.

It is a nice Tribute to a great fellow.

and just the fact that Paul and Ringo are there and playing on stage together is fab.

Ringo is on Drums, and Paul is on Guitar and Piano.

and the bit where they sing.

"While my Guitar Gently Weeps" with Ringo on Drums and Paul on Piano is "Fabulous".

That is a keeper for any Die hard Beatles Fan. March 11, 2008

 i just can't say enough good about this!!!!!!!!!
well here i go,....first of all this two DVD concert film looks and sounds beautiful!....it's visually stunning!.... and I'm not sure I've ever heard a concert film that sounds this great!....crisp, clear, separated and rich sound!.....the best best performances are by tom petty,..billy Preston and a heartfelt one by Eric Clapton,.. especially with [while my guitar gently sleeps],... as the song ends with Clapton looking sadly in-thought and alone.... George Harrison's son Dhani reaches over and touches him on the arm and mouths a thank you to him,....a touching moment.... and there's plenty of other fine performances to go around.... they all play George Harrison's songs so you also come away with a sense of what a great songwriter he was as well as a good person. this concert took place in the royal Albert hall in London and there was a huge orchestra including like 5 guitarist and 3 drummers and girl back up singers and percussionist, horn section, strings and etc ect..... great concert film....sadly billy Preston who gave such a great showing here has recently died.... and lastly i wonder why Eric Clapton didn't perform badge?....also the ray cooper guy was great,.. I've seen him around before and forever and never knew his name before this.... March 9, 2008

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