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My Sweet George
I’m so glad people are enjoying the George Trilogy (and thanks for all the nice notes!)
I really never planned any of this — and definitely never planned to make a trilogy about each Beatle — but that seems to be what’s happening. (Though I’m hoping I can keep the upcoming John series to just three..)
Anyway, the George journey was really fun. I learned a ton about him, and it was satisfying to finally pin down all those foggy notions I’ve always had about ol’ George. Side note: if you’re ever vaguely confused about something, I highly recommend starting a radio show and recording yourself taking about it for hours and hours. You’ll come out the other end with a new clarity - and, hell, maybe even a trilogy!
So here’s the playlist to accompany the George Trilogy. I listened to this whole thing yesterday while (appropriately) gardening. And hearing this mystical, funny, sweet, cranky weirdo evolve through the decades is genuinely moving. George is a vibe.
And make sure you stay for the last few songs. I didn’t get a chance to cover George’s final posthumous album, Brainwashed, in the series, but there are some absolute beauties on there — songs that might make you smile, or cry, depending on how intense your gardening session is.
Apple, Tidal, Spotify, YouTube playlists below.
Enjoy.
-walt
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