All Things Must Pass

Tunes are ok but lyrics are shit! 3

A bit lengthy and that really hurts it. This could have been an absolutely cracking 40 minute album.

This album should have been split into 2. The first part is nice but has a lot of forgettable songs. I really liked all the instrumentals at the end and thought they were the strongest part of the album.

enjoying the first song, so far this album has been great. lots of great tracks that ive heard before. i can see myself adding it to the collection

Greit nok, litt for langt. What Is Life e jævlig bra

absolute classic, perfect for being depressed/loving life

Ah favorite Beatle! Unfortunately that doesn’t really say much. I can appreciate this project, I like the influence Bob Dylan seemingly had on him and the folk turn is better than a lot of the pop he used to do with the Beatles, but there is just something so goobery about him. There’s a little too much of the beetles in this one for me to right super highly but for what it is I enjoyed it.

There is an album's worth of stellar material here and another record's worth of very good songs, too. I would've left out the "Apple Jam" tracks from the initial release myself given they are slightly lesser songs. That George Harrison gifted all of them to us at the same time is an act of artistic confidence and righteous subtweeting of former bandmates. For me, at the tail end of 2024, it's a 4.5 star listening experience when taken all together.

It was pretty good. He's definitely my fave Beatle and the songs are good. The album, as an album, however, is not great but whatever.

Chill soft 70s singer songwriter/pop/rock. Pleasant background music, but nothing in particular that caught my interest. Very long album.

Great album, and makes you think about the power structure and dynamic of a band and how john and paul held down their best songwriter for the sake of their own egos. Loses a star for being a little muddy in spots. 4/5

George is awesome.

lil bro on surullinen että beatlessiä ei enää ole... mutta ei tulevaisuutta osannut ennustaa heh.. little did he know...32 years later a legend was born... ooo ooo albumin viimeisessä biusussä pitkä instrumentaali loppu äää yhyyy yhyy pilaa albumin... its called an outro liberal... hyvät fiilikset kahden tunnin ajan... miettii mitä kärsimystä elämä on vuosien ja vuosien ajan... alkaa kaksi tuntia kuulostaa vähän lyhyemmältä ajalta eikö? kiitos george tästä paussista.. momentista.. nyt takaisin töihin... behind locked door

I dig it!

Very well thought out album. Lot of great messages. 8.2/10

Quel banger ! Une grande découverte à été faite dans ma vie musicale grâce à ce site, merci. L'album est sincèrement un chef d'œuvre du rock des 70s. Une grande douceur, des arrangements très forts pour l'époque, même si le mix laisse un peu à désirer, notamment au niveau des voix, l'album All Things Must Pass est un ajout de très grande qualité pour ma playlist.

A strong, consistent album made with feelings. The lyrics and music combine to create a wonderful journey.

Some really good songs (My Sweet Love) but after the first part they became a bit samey and the whole thing went on way too long.

It's not bad, but it does fade into the background a lot. "Art of Dying" is a nice jam, at least, vaguely stoic, and with some Beatles-style vocal harmonies. "Johnny's Birthday" is delightfully manic and unhinged in its musicality.

I get it. He was a Beatle. But like... This needed an editor. Someone to tell Harrison that the good ideas here are being drowned with hundreds of wasted bars. This is considered a serious classic and I do not get it.

pretty enjoyable listen but i don't really see myself listening to it again

Very long. I liked some of it but a lot of it just didn’t stand out to me.

A nice one. Loved a couple; some were kind of forgettable. But no bad songs on the album.

Two hours is too bloody long to be listening to George Harrison for 😭🙏

This could be a 5 star album if an editor told George no just a little bit

Definitely his best album. A little repetitive but very good.

Love it. A favorite.

Interested to listen to this. NOT a Beatles fan... Fairly indifferent. The melodies are complex and well written, but too often the lyrics are repetitive

I enjoyed almost every bit of this album. It had a nice pace and kept enough of my attention. I do believe it could be a little shorter. The last 3 songs all seemed to be just jam sessions, not that I disliked it, but was it really needed?

It's aight

Biblical

Undoubtedly one of the best songwriters out there. If I gave a 4 to Stevie Wonder, this has to be a 5.

I was not a big Beatles fan or George Harrison fan a decade or so ago, and a large part of that was due to the output of the Beatles in the 70's and 80's. However, as I've gotten older, I've learned to appreciate the music and realized that albums like "All Things Must Pass" aren't just "hippy music" but is folk-rock that has inspired so much music since. Harrison always comes off as sincere, in tune with his instrument and music, in general, and just knows how to write hooks and beautiful music.

classic

My favorite of the Beatles and some of the best songs of all of their respective solo careers. Rocking, spiritual and a pleasant listen. Some hawaiian slide/steel guitars at times? Some bombastic, orchestral grand songs. I think the first disc is perfect and the second has the best/titular track but otherwise feels more bloated. Regardless, a great rock album.

This one surprised me, I didn’t think it was going to be my vibe especially at 2hrs long. I actually really enjoyed it

Not my cup of tea

3.5

Maximum 3 stars: over 2 hours, plus the track listing on streaming sites is all screwed up from the original order. It's really not THAT far off, but it should be exact, and certainly not with isolated tracks right in the middle. Anyways, George was probably the best Beatle, this proves it, and that he had this so long because all these ideas were held up and let out "like a fire hose" to quote him are a shame.

This album is kind of a slog. I've owned it for over 30 years and it's only been on my turntable a handful of times. It's got a few great songs, but just isn't consistent. Honestly is it EVER worth releasing a triple album? With the exception of the obviously plagiarized My Sweet Lord, Side 1 entirely feels like it had to have been an inspiration for the Brit-pop sound of the '90s (yeah, yeah, I know the Beatles basically are, but this goes beyond that). There is some great material there. Side 2 is where it starts to slide for me, as it adopts a more country feel to it and seems to slow down a bit. Let It Down stands out though, bringing back a little more of the first side sound. By Side 3 and 4 I'm starting to feel the burnout. Nothing here really stands out, and it's all starting to sound the same. Side 5 begins the Apple Jam (which continues through Side 6), and it's mostly good, solid guitar based jams... aside from It's Johnny's Birthday, which is awful. This could've easily been a GREAT album if it was just pared down more. I understand there are hours more of these sessions and what we got IS a pared down version, but seriously... it needs more.

Гигантский альбом, полный отличных песен и странных запилов. Утверждается, что это лучшая сольная работа мальчиков из известной группы. И, на базе того того, что я уже слышал из этого сольного творчества, могу согласиться. Лучшая песня - Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp.

Utterly brilliant and something I’d never have picked up

Good

Its understandable if you take this triple-LP's title and cover photo together to suggest a meditation on constipation played out in real time, and it's certainly understandable if George approached this project feeling a bit backed up, having spent the previous decade being allowed only as many songs on those records as Ringo, which as much as I love Ringo is kind of insulting. Less than 5 minutes in he kinda fucks himself by accidentally ripping off the melody of The Chiffons' He's So Fine for My Sweet Lord. I blame Phil Spector, the album's producer (a man whose morals seemed to be caught in an ever-escalating duel with his hairdo, until he eventually died in prison for murdering his date), for not speaking up about it more than I blame George, actually. There is a certain thing that happens sometimes to musicians where it feels more like an act of discovery than invention, if that makes sense, and that can be magical but it it's like tuning in a radio station and sometimes you dial in the wrong signal. You can be assured this would NOT pass if it were a Beatles album. Still, this is a beautiful-sounding album, if a little boring at times. But it creates a sweet vibe, and certainly a long enough one that it could be the soundtrack to half a pretty good day.

George Harrison has always struck me as the too-quiet and more-interesting-than-he-gets-credit Beatle, so it's nice to get one of his solo albums. Not so nice that it's a double album (I guess even a triple album?), I'll admit, but at least we get a wide sample of what he wanted to play and sing. (A little frustrating that the YouTubeMusic version of the album seems to be based on various remasters/reissues with tons of extra songs and outtakes, clocking in at nearly 3 hours if you chose to listen to it all...) My favorites on the album are mostly the ones I've heard before, like "My sweet Lord" and "What is life", although there were a few that I hadn't heard before that were fun ("Wah-wah" one of these, and not just because it's named after a guitar effect; also "Let it down", "Beware of darkness" and the Beatles-esque "Art of dying"). I also enjoyed the occasional forays into slide-guitar he incorporated into the album; they made me think of a very different version of Leo Kottke. It's also incredibly impressive to read the names of all the contributing musicians on this album; quite a who's-who of late 60s rock, and what a strange and fraught connection with Eric Clapton. Overall, it's not really my kind of album, but I'm glad we got a chance to hear George Harrison's voice and sound without McCartney and Lennon drowning him out.

enjoyed this more than I expected to and was surprised at how his voice, occasionally, resembled Tom Petty's. Nice album to hang out with.

HOLY CRAP THERES NO WAY THIS ISNT MILD HIGH CLUB INSPIRATION

5 songs

Absolute shit

This album has made me appreciate George more as a musician. I didn't have a hard time with any parts of this album and genuinely enjoyed it. A couple of things I will say is that it is a long album which those tend to be easier to fade into the background. It also very much sounded like a Beatles album, but that is partly to be expected. Overall I thought this was better than Imagine by Lennon and will keep listening to George going forward.

had no idea george harrison was the fourth beatle guy. this album is giving rock blues folk. it obviously has something "beatly" to it but there are other influences

4.5/5

I like this more than either of the John Lennon albums, but it can be too soft at times.

Too many shit songs at the ende, otherwise 4 star

Happy I was able to listen to this masterpiece. Straight bangers

It is laughable how much better this album is than the other Beatles solo projects. This is just pure brilliance

lindos temas, casi suaves

Great tunes all around

A bit swampy, too long although I hear the geniality in it. My sweet lord is one of my all time faves. Growing up there were many formative records given to me by my parents. This was not one of them for som reason.

A fine album but underwhelming

⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

Comenzamos septiembre con esta obra magnánima de George Harrison, mi Beatle favorito, si aun cabe la rivalidad y la elección de uno entre los cuatro. ¿Será el paso del tiempo? ¿Será entrar en la recta de los 35, que me hace conectar con estos artistas más maduros? Me es inevitable enganchar con sus búsquedas espirituales, introspectivas, más profundas. Increíble trabajo.

insanely long but very good

The first disc could be a 5 star album on its own - outstanding songwriting, production, and performance from one of the most underrated musicians of the 20th century!

Good stuff. Length is a little excessive but a wonderful record

my favorite beatle, my favorite album.

interesting to hear the mashup of genres with prevalent Beatles motifs throughout. Easy listening though and holds up through the years.

This isn't very good. It's pleasant enough and has some great moments, too long. if it was released by anyone not a Beatle it would of been mostly forgotten. 6/10 This too should pass

solo beatles are the absolute kings of mediocrity

2.5 Sometimes good but often dull and far too long

Solid

George Harrison being the Beatle with one of the more successful solo career after they broke up is the plot twist and reckoning the world deserved. He is so talented and I think this album showcases how important George was to the Beatles. All Things Must Pass has that distinct 60s Beatles sound. Disc 1 is a banger; I’d Have You Anytime is a fantastic opening song and it leads to some unforgettable songs (My Sweet Lord, Let It Down, What is Life among my current favorites). On Disc 2, I thought that the transition from It’s Johnny’s birthday to Plug Me In was perfect. That song (Johnny’s Birthday) in particular resonated with me just because it’s such an innocent celebration made to be so unsettling by the key. I think you can see George’s history in this album. There is a lot of speak of God, of course, and obviously all of them have with studying meditation and Eastern religious practices. You can see that influence in the album, given George practiced Hare Krishna for the rest of his life. Enough of the positives though - I also think that the album is a little monotonic. I felt that some of the songs can really blend together. But there are some standouts, I don’t want to be a hater. I think because of how long the album is, it lost me a bit. I also prefer an album with a more coherent storyline/concept.

I liked it

Really great album. I would say this is George's best for sure. All of his most famous solo songs are on here and are very catchy. Love you George.

5/5

Some great tracks but there's also a lot i would skip. I love the Beatles and George in particular though and would bet that if I gave it more time and attention it would grow on me.

Very long, mellow hippie vibes. Wouldn’t listen again. Favorite track: I’d Have You Anytime

**All Things Must Pass** by George Harrison is not just a landmark in his solo career but also a significant moment in the history of rock music. Released on November 27, 1970, this triple album marked Harrison's emergence from the shadow of his former bandmates in The Beatles, showcasing his prowess as a songwriter, musician, and producer. Below is an in-depth review of the album focusing on its lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, along with a balanced discussion of its strengths and weaknesses. ### **Lyrics** The lyrics of **All Things Must Pass** reflect a period of intense personal and spiritual transformation for George Harrison. After years of contributing to The Beatles' success with a relatively limited platform, Harrison had amassed a wealth of material that had gone unrecorded. The result is a deeply introspective and, at times, philosophical body of work. 1. **Spirituality and Transcendence**: Many of the songs on the album explore Harrison's spiritual beliefs, which were heavily influenced by Eastern philosophy and Hinduism. The title track, "All Things Must Pass," encapsulates the impermanence of life and the inevitability of change. Lyrics like "Sunrise doesn't last all morning, a cloudburst doesn't last all day" reflect a stoic acceptance of life's transitory nature, grounded in spiritual maturity. Another spiritual anthem, "My Sweet Lord," expresses Harrison's yearning for a closer relationship with God. The song's mantra-like repetition of "Hare Krishna" alongside Christian "Hallelujah" is a bold and innovative blending of Eastern and Western religious sentiments, which was both controversial and groundbreaking at the time. 2. **Personal Reflection and Freedom**: Harrison also delves into his personal struggles and newfound independence. "Isn't It a Pity" is a poignant reflection on the breakdown of human relationships, possibly a commentary on the dissolution of The Beatles. The lyrics are mournful yet empathetic, underscoring the sorrow of misunderstandings and emotional distances that arise between people. On a more optimistic note, "What Is Life" expresses the joy and elation that comes from love, perhaps directed at both a romantic partner and a higher spiritual love. Its lyrics are straightforward yet effective, capturing a universal sentiment with broad appeal. 3. **Social Commentary**: "Beware of Darkness" serves as a cautionary tale, urging listeners to be wary of materialism, fame, and the darker aspects of life that can lead one astray. Harrison’s lyrics are almost prophetic, warning of the dangers of deception and false prophets, which can be interpreted as a reflection on his experience in the music industry. ### **Music** The musical composition of **All Things Must Pass** is as varied and rich as its lyrical content. Harrison, aided by a host of renowned musicians, crafted a sound that melded rock, folk, gospel, and Indian influences into a cohesive and expansive sonic landscape. 1. **Diverse Instrumentation**: The album is notable for its rich and diverse instrumentation. Tracks like "My Sweet Lord" feature the signature slide guitar that would become Harrison's hallmark, while "Wah-Wah" is characterized by its dense wall of sound, with layers of guitars, horns, and percussion creating a swirling, almost chaotic effect. The use of acoustic guitars, as heard in "I'd Have You Anytime" (co-written with Bob Dylan), gives the album a warm and organic feel. This is complemented by the lush orchestration found in "Isn't It a Pity" and "All Things Must Pass," where strings and horns add a grand, almost cinematic quality to the music. 2. **Innovative Arrangements**: Harrison's collaboration with Phil Spector as co-producer resulted in the album's distinctive "Wall of Sound" production technique. This is most evident in tracks like "Awaiting on You All" and "Wah-Wah," where the dense layers of sound create a powerful, almost overwhelming listening experience. However, not all tracks are overproduced. Songs like "Run of the Mill" and "Behind That Locked Door" showcase Harrison's ability to craft more intimate, stripped-down arrangements that allow the lyrics and melody to take center stage. 3. **Blending of Genres**: **All Things Must Pass** is a melting pot of genres. "What Is Life" is a classic rock track with an infectious groove, driven by a punchy brass section. "Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp (Let It Roll)" blends folk rock with a whimsical, almost psychedelic atmosphere, while "Apple Scruffs" is a simple, harmonica-driven tribute to the fans who supported The Beatles through thick and thin. The influence of Indian music, which Harrison had famously explored during his time with The Beatles, is less overt on this album but still present in the spiritual undertones and the use of the slide guitar, which emulates the sound of the sitar. ### **Production** The production of **All Things Must Pass** is as crucial to its identity as the songs themselves. Co-produced by Phil Spector, known for his "Wall of Sound" technique, the album is characterized by its grand, expansive production. 1. **Phil Spector's Influence**: Spector's influence is most apparent in the dense, multi-layered soundscapes that dominate the album. Tracks like "Wah-Wah" and "Awaiting on You All" are prime examples, with their thick textures of guitars, drums, and orchestral elements all blending into a single, cohesive sound. This production style, while innovative, is also a point of contention. Some listeners find that the "Wall of Sound" can be overwhelming, obscuring the subtle nuances of Harrison's songwriting and musicianship. In tracks like "Isn't It a Pity" and "Let It Down," the heavy reverb and layered instrumentation can sometimes feel excessive, leading to a loss of clarity. 2. **Balance Between Clarity and Density**: Despite the sometimes overwhelming production, there are moments of clarity where the production enhances rather than detracts from the music. The more stripped-down tracks like "Behind That Locked Door" and "Apple Scruffs" benefit from a more restrained approach, allowing Harrison's voice and guitar work to shine through. The production of the title track, "All Things Must Pass," strikes a perfect balance between Spector's grandiosity and Harrison's intimate songwriting. The song builds gradually, with each layer adding emotional weight, culminating in a powerful, yet controlled, finale. 3. **Recording Quality and Legacy**: The recording quality of **All Things Must Pass** has been the subject of debate over the years. Some critics have pointed out that the dense production can sound muddled, particularly in the original 1970 mix. However, the 2001 remastered version and the 50th-anniversary edition in 2021 have helped to address some of these issues, bringing greater clarity and balance to the mix. Spector's influence on the album's production is both a strength and a weakness. While it gives the album a distinctive and cohesive sound, it also imposes a level of uniformity that can sometimes stifle the diversity of Harrison's songwriting. ### **Themes** **All Things Must Pass** is thematically rich, exploring a wide range of topics from spirituality and personal freedom to love, loss, and the passage of time. 1. **Spirituality and Enlightenment**: The theme of spirituality runs through the entire album. Harrison’s exploration of Eastern philosophy is evident in songs like "My Sweet Lord," which expresses his desire for a deeper connection with the divine. The repetition of religious phrases from different faiths is symbolic of Harrison's belief in the universality of spiritual truth. The title track, "All Things Must Pass," reflects the Buddhist concept of impermanence, reinforcing the idea that all experiences, whether good or bad, are temporary and will eventually pass. 2. **Personal Liberation and Self-Discovery**: The album also deals with themes of personal liberation and self-discovery. "Run of the Mill" and "Isn't It a Pity" reflect Harrison's disillusionment with the constraints and conflicts within The Beatles, as well as his journey towards self-acceptance and independence. "Beware of Darkness" addresses the dangers of materialism and the pitfalls of fame, themes that were particularly relevant to Harrison at the time. The song serves as a warning against losing oneself in the pursuit of worldly success. 3. **Love and Relationships**: Love, both spiritual and romantic, is another recurring theme. "What Is Life" is an exuberant celebration of love, while "I'd Have You Anytime" expresses a yearning for intimacy and connection. These songs balance the more introspective and philosophical tracks, adding warmth and humanity to the album. "Apple Scruffs," on the other hand, is a light-hearted ode to the dedicated fans who supported Harrison and The Beatles. It's a reminder that amidst the grandeur of the album's themes, there are moments of simplicity and joy. ### **Influence** **All Things Must Pass** has had a profound influence on both Harrison's career and the wider music landscape. Its impact can be felt in various aspects of rock and popular music, as well as in the way it redefined what a solo album could be. 1. **A Defining Solo Statement**: The success of **All Things Must Pass** established Harrison as a major artist in his own right, independent of The Beatles. The album's critical and commercial success demonstrated that Harrison was not just a "quiet Beatle," but a powerful songwriter and musician with a unique voice. The triple album format was unprecedented at the time for a solo artist and set a new standard for ambition and creativity in the music industry. The album’s success paved the way for other artists to explore more expansive and ambitious projects in their solo careers. 2. **Blending of Spirituality and Popular Music**: Harrison's blending of spirituality with rock music was groundbreaking. "My Sweet Lord" became the first song by a solo Beatle to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100, and its success helped to bring spiritual themes into mainstream popular music. This blending of the sacred and the secular has influenced countless artists who have since explored similar themes in their work. The album also had a lasting impact on the genre of folk rock, particularly in the way it incorporated elements of Indian music and philosophy. Harrison's exploration of these themes helped to broaden the horizons of rock music, encouraging other artists to experiment with new sounds and ideas. 3. **Legacy and Reappraisal**: Over the years, **All Things Must Pass** has been consistently reappraised and is now considered one of the greatest albums of all time. It has influenced generations of musicians, from singer-songwriters to rock bands, and remains a touchstone for those exploring themes of spirituality, love, and personal freedom. The album's 50th-anniversary edition in 2021 brought renewed attention to its legacy, with remastered tracks that enhanced the clarity and depth of the original recordings. This re-release introduced the album to a new generation of listeners, further cementing its place in the pantheon of classic rock albums. ### **Pros and Cons** **Pros**: 1. **Lyrical Depth**: Harrison’s songwriting is introspective, spiritual, and emotionally resonant, offering a rich tapestry of themes that explore the human experience. 2. **Musical Diversity**: The album's eclectic mix of rock, folk, gospel, and Indian influences showcases Harrison’s versatility and musical creativity. 3. **Innovative Production**: Phil Spector’s "Wall of Sound" gives the album a distinctive, expansive feel, making it a unique listening experience. 4. **Cultural Impact**: The album's exploration of spiritual themes was groundbreaking and has had a lasting influence on popular music. 5. **Legacy**: **All Things Must Pass** is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time, with a legacy that continues to inspire musicians and listeners alike. **Cons**: 1. **Overproduction**: The "Wall of Sound" technique, while innovative, can be overwhelming at times, with some tracks feeling overly dense and cluttered. 2. **Length**: As a triple album, **All Things Must Pass** is a long and sometimes challenging listen, with some critics arguing that it could have benefited from some editing. 3. **Muddled Mix**: The original 1970 mix has been criticized for its lack of clarity, with some instruments and vocals getting lost in the dense production. ### **Conclusion** **All Things Must Pass** is a monumental achievement in George Harrison’s career and in the history of rock music. Its lyrical depth, musical diversity, and innovative production have left an indelible mark on the music world. While the album is not without its flaws—chiefly, its overproduction and sprawling length—its strengths far outweigh its weaknesses. Harrison’s exploration of spiritual and personal themes, combined with his mastery of melody and composition, make **All Things Must Pass** a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners over five decades after its release.

Never once have I listened to “My Sweet Lord,” and thought it bore any more than a passing resemblance to “He’s So Fine.” But I’m not a musician or a lawyer. George was definitely “the forgotten Beatle,” but of their solo catalogs I would place him as my second favorite after Lennon.

Being stifled by two great artists can lead to something like this, once freedom prevails; however, instead of doing a “solo” album, Harrison chose to surround himself with other greats, including Dylan, Billy Preston, Clapton, and members of The Band (among others) to create this masterpiece. Thank you, John and Paul.

Songwriting's fine. Music and musicianship is pretty good. Lyrics and singing are boring to me. Overall result is fiercely bland.

Long. This is tough to evaluate in a day. Lots of good stuff, some decent stuff, not much bad. Side A ruled, and I enjoyed the rest but my enthusiasm dropped off. Was it the song quality or my attention? Not sure, but if it’s my attention it might be because, while this has a nice sound, it might be almost too consistent for the length…mix it up a bit more man. You can definitely hear the Beatles aspects to George’s songs, but can also hear the wider ideas and influences he had. A lot of folky, bluesy, but also hard rock with a spiritual tinge. A diverse group of talented players keep the music strong throughout. The ending jams, which I am a fan of jams, are ok for a listen but don’t sound inspired enough to really enjoy repeatedly. Hard for me to say if this is good, great, or wonderful, but it’s length makes it a serious investment to find out which.

Far too long. Might have been enjoyable if cut down to a normal length

srong solo album by George

Love George but again with the 2+ hour long picks! Wtf!!

If this album was one disc it would be perfect, but as a two album set there is a good deal of filler. Still, filler from George Harrison is still better than most artists' best work. It's the only thing that stops me from giving this five stars though.

huge album. full of classic, timeless

Relaxing sound

Yeah not really into this on. I know a song from this album but its just to mellow and not in the mood. I listen to disk and couldn't make it to disk 2. Hard Pass for me.

For this review, I am not looking at the bonus tracks on disc one of the 2001 remaster. Also, based on George Harrison's documented intent of treating the Apple Jam as a bonus disc, it is not included in my analysis. That leaves us with a double album running about 78 minutes of material George had worked on since 1966, fleshing them out after the Beatles broke up. It says a lot that most of these tracks turned out as good as they did. There was always something magical around George's songwriting contributions to the Beatles songs he led, which naturally translates well into his solo work. Aided by the Wall of Sound production chops from Phil Spector, the result is amazing. I previously heard the title track, "My Sweet Lord", "What is Life", and "Wah-Wah" before listening to the full album, all of which I enjoyed. Now I can add the likes of "I Dig Love" with the slide guitar work, "Behind That Locked Door" as a loving ode to Bob Dylan for encouraging George to continue his craft, "Run of the Mill" as one a few songs taking aim at George's former bandmates, and the closer "Hear Me Lord" where he seeks forgiveness from whatever deity would answer him. There was a lot of growth George displayed in the lyrics, spiritually in his quest for enlightenment from a higher power and physically in the relationships he gained or lost at the time. My only problem with All Things Must Pass is the nagging feeling that some songs could have been cut, though given how most of these songs turned out it's hard to tell where to cut. The only exception to that notion is that there was no need to have two different versions of "Isn't It a Pity" here. One version would have sufficed. Nonetheless, I enjoyed this album as it gets a solid recommendation. As with other double albums, I'd recommend breaking up the listening time into two sessions with a good break in between.

A huge achievement by the Beatles’ most undervalued member, bursting with creativity and spirituality. The length is a little much, but I think it’s appropriate to the album’s scope and its massive Wall of Sound production. I can also take or leave the Apple Jam, but I consider those to be bonus tracks and not really a part of the main album. Either way, this is George’s day in the sun as a songwriter that deserves to be taken just as seriously as John and Paul. Best song: Isn’t It a Pity (Version 1)

4.5/5. No one let the quiet Beatle cook and then he goes on to produce and make arguably the best solo record of the foursome.

Lovely album, a bit slow and sad, but good.

Highlights: I’d Have You Anytime, My Sweet Lord, Let It Down, All Things Must Pass, Isn’t It A Pity (Version 2). In a nutshell: the best post-Beatles project. Fight me. It is long but stick with it. You’ll here an early example of loud quiet loud in “Let It Down” and skilled mates helping out on backing instruments. This is a double album plus a bonus disc (which can be skipped). Can it be trimmed to a single LP? Yes, but I’m not going there. It sucked that George was undermined as a song contributor in The Beatles, especially in the later years of the band’s run. Yet it worked out in the end - we have All Things Must Pass. It should be listened to at least once. Overall: 6/10

Still a great album with lots of classic George Harisson's songs, but way too long. Normally I would only listen to a specific subset of songs (which would make a clear 5* album on their own) but on this occasion listened to the album as a whole.

Apparently considered to be the best Beatle solo album, and I can't disagree: the songs are excellent for the most part; leaving out the jams and a couple other tracks there might even be a 5-star record in here.

Good

I only knew this album for My Sweet Lord which is such a nice, fun song. What is Life is also a lot of fun. Definitely a great poolside album or any vibe that is summer vacation. Also multiple songs remind me of Guardians of the galaxy for being in the movie or their upbeat vibe that could've fit right in.

No, not for me.

Really interesting to see Harrison’s direction.

Not much for me to say here. Just good vibes all around.

I’ll just say it…I don’t really care for much the Beatles in their solo careers. This is probably a good album, and there were a few songs I kind of liked. But certainly not a double album’s worth.

Pretty much unexciting to the kinda sounds that stir and excite me, sorry George, you deserve more credit .. 2 stars

It would be a solid 5 if it weren't all this God thing, which I have no interest in

So much quality musicianship here. A collection of many beautiful songs, where some could have been Beatles material. Always considered Harrison to be among the greatest song writers in the late 60’s. Only bad luck for him that while he might have been among the greatest 25 song writers of this period, he was in the same band as 2 other songwriters that would top the same list..

++: My Sweet Lord, Wah-Wah, Isn't It a Pity (Version One), Let It Down, Run of the Mill, Apple Scruffs, Awaiting on You All, All Things Must Pass, I Dig Love, Isn't It a Pity (Version Two), Hear Me Lord, Out of the Blue, It's Johnny's Birthday, Plug Me In, I Remember Jeep +: I'd Have You Anytime, What Is Life, If Not for You, Behind That Locked Door, Beware of Darkness, Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp (Let It Roll), Art of Dying 9,7/10

I’d have cut the disc of Blues noodling, because it sounds so utterly at odds with the rest of the largely Folky and acoustic material that came before it. But the music on the first four sides is all brilliant, reminiscent of Van Morrison in it’s use of Folk style and Soul instrumentation. The one thing I have to say is that, while George Harrison is clearly a very gifted melodist, he’s not as good a lyricist as either Lennon or McCartney, which really came to a head on songs like Run Of The Mill, which I loved musically but thought was a bit banal lyrically, and I Dig Love, which is overall just a bit inane. But, the music is good enough that I can overlook it

Epitome of cool. What would I give to hear this live today.

Was a bit long, recognized plenty of songs but was never in a rush to resume it.

Definitely a very bloated album. I appreciate a lot of the songs musically, but the many of the lyrics sort of creeped me out.

This project has taught me that no musician requires a double or triple album because songs could and should be cut. But George Harrison isn't any musician and is the exception to the rule. Even before the Beatles broke up, he was overflowing with creativity and thusly we were blessed with a triple album in the year of our George 1970. Every song has purpose, and together all songs are beautiful. The third disc comes across as a jam session due to the instrumentals, but how can I be mad when vibing to brilliant music? A big part of Harrison's music is his religion. "My Sweet Lord" is his most well-known song and is on this album, and that is a rather obvious choice. "Art of Dying" covers reincarnation, "Hear Me Lord" has Harrison asking for forgiveness, "Beware of Darkness" advises caution toward those who distract from one's spiritual journey--and those aren't the only examples available. His lyrics are always evocative and poignant, but even more beautiful when singing about religion. Even for someone who is nonreligious, I recognize something powerful about his songs and lyrics. Also, I found it interesting that, if you omit Apple Jam, "My Sweet Lord" and "Hear Me Lord" are nearly bookending this album. Harrison always came across as serious, perhaps because he wasn't as loud as the other Beatles, but I was surprised at how playful he could be. "I Dig Love" is absolutely straight from the brain of someone who lived through the sixties as he alternates between singing "I dig love" and "I love dig." "Thanks for the Pepperoni," though an instrumental, has such a goofy title. I read these choices as not taking his music too seriously. I already mentioned Harrison's lyrics, but I must come back to them because his songwriting was unbelievably special. The title song in particular hits hard; Harrison reassuring you in difficult times is emotional, or at least it is for me. Harrison always wore his heart on his sleeve, and that's never more evident with lyrics like that song. When Harrison doesn't sing about spirituality, like his meaning isn't abstract, the impact is still strong. The second side of the first disc in particular contains that realistic aspect. The range Harrison covered on All Things Must Pass is incredible. Mostly he explores rock music, but there are spots of jazz, like in "Out of the Blue" and "Art of Dying," or blues in the aptly named "Out of the Blue". There is a folk presence too, which is definitely Bob Dylan's influence, and Harrison's voice allows folk to be so smooth. He created a glorified five minute jam of "Roll Over Beethoven" that slaps five decades later. He created different kind of sounds, like the guitar through the wah-wah pedal, or the frequent use of the slide guitar. And there's that steady, muted guitar beat in "What is Life." I just love the different kind of sounds he included. This album, as Harrison's first since the Beatles break up, is full of nuances and layers. By themselves, the songs are amazing but also are longer, deeper, and more creative when compared to Beatles' tracks. I must believe there is still plenty to uncover, even with however many books, articles, and reviews have been written on this album.

What can I say about this album? From the music to the songwriting to the album cover to what he is WEARING in the album cover, this entire thing feels like a blueprint for the modern day indie folk rock act, and George Harrison was pioneering it and mastering it in 1970. Iconic. This album was a creative breakthrough for George, as he was not nearly as creatively involved in the Beatles' work, at least not front and center. And yet, from a whole-album perspective, I have said before and will say again that "All Things Must Pass" is the most noteworthy and best solo Beatles album -- and many would agree. What he delivers on his own is unlike anything else the solo Beatles members produced, and it is also arguably some of the most timeless. There really isn't a skip on the album, and that is coming from someone that tends to groan at the sight of double albums on this project who is simultaneously taking into consideration that this is a TRIPLE album. Granted, I found the Apple Jam sessions to be a little bit much and rather jarring when compared to the context of the core album, but it is still generally good music. I wish I had more words for what is genuinely an outstanding album, but sometimes the music just speaks for itself. Many have musically followed in the footsteps of George, and while he certainly dabbled in other sounds throughout his career, there is something poetic in the fact that "All Things Must Pass" has circled back around to modern relevance. Indeed, all things must pass, but when you leave a legacy like George that influences folk rock and music in general so much, all things may circle back around, too.

This record is pretty good. Yes it's long, like many others have complained about but not so long that it starts to seriously drag (only a little). It's overall fairly cohesive and the variety of superb guitar work on some of the tracks contrasted with soft vocals helps you keep your ears perked and erases some of the fatigue that might start to set in.

of all the members of the beatles, perhaps george harrison was the most underrated. this album has it all: jam session type instrumentals, country-infused rock, songs that would fit right in on a late era beatles album, guest songwriting, even an ode to eastern religion that harrison had converted to (that became a huge hit, by the way). all that being said, this album showcases the genius that is george harrison, and i am not surprised how legendary this album has become. highlights: “wah-wah” “let it down” “plug me in”

I love this album until I don’t and then I want it to be over. Those last few instrumentals that do it for me but they’re not bad, just a bit too much.

Why is it so long? There are some late Beatles-y moments melodically and production-wise. Highlights: "My Sweet Lord" (earworm), "Isn't It a Pity" (nice piano work), "Run of the Mill", "Beware of Darkness" (seems confessional lyrics-wise and dramatic with the piano-based backing music)

Not nearly as bad as I thought it’d be! More or less insufferable when Harrison is actually singing, but fortunately, that’s not all that frequently. Two hours is pretty ridiculous though.

Waaaay too long list of meh beatles songs followed by lots of jamming. Guess I am still a Paul guy 2.5 rounded up

An album with a runtime as long as this one has no business being so great. Harrison manages to draw from every thread of influence that made The Beatles a compelling cultural force, and infuse them with something deeper, richer, and mlore complex than any of his former band's efforts. It's very easy to argue the case that this is the best solo work that any member of the Fab Four would go on to release.

Me seeing this album: George! 😃 Me seeing the length of this album: George... ☹️

Probably the best solo album to come out of the Beatles. 4/5

Not a huge fan of this album, it just lacks..something. “What is life” was a jam.

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I enojoyed this quite a lot. I saw something about this being the best ex beatle non beatles album and yeah this certainly stands out a bit and I think is worth exploring further. Faves: My Sweet Lord, Isn't It A Pity, Let It Down

I've listened to this album at least a couple of times before but the reviews here alerted me to the fact that the CD version properly butchers the track order - they drop bonus tracks at the end of _both_ discs?! Who does that! So yeah, rewrote my tags to use the original vinyl track order, and that improves the album a bunch. It's definitely up there with anything the Beatles did, and it's lacking a certain twee wackiness they often indulge in, which I count as a plus. Not quite a 5 for me, but 4.5 if that were possible, sure. Fave tracks - "My Sweet Lord" is pretty iconic. "Beware of Darkness" for those lovely chords. If we're including the Apple Jam tracks as part of the album proper, then "Out of the Blue" is maybe my fave track on the whole album - it sounds like Spiritualized style spacerock!

George released this shortly after the Beatles broke up. He had a double album's worth of music ready to go. "My Sweet Lord" is the hit off this album, still a great song, regardless of the copyright issues. "Isn't it a Pity" is another good song off this album. There are some really good instrumentals, showcasing George's talent on the guitar. Overall a good album

Never was a fan - still not - 28 tracks to listen too, no chance

A melodic sound jam that made me miss the Girlyman cover I loved of the Hare Krishna song. 3 stars. I like it way more than most Beatles albums I've listened to. I am tempted to dock a star bc of how freakin' long the album is, but maybe it'll wash over me like summer rain.

Had wanted to delve into this one and it delivered. Love the atmosphere, guitar work and vocals. Will keep going back to it, though as often mentioned, being a triple album with the jam sessions at the end dilutes it slightly.

this album is beautiful and easily my favorite post beatles solo album but its just so damn long that i never come back to it. 7/10

I think this is probably a great album. But it's hard to sustain that feeling over 2 hours. And as one reviewer said, I don't have the time to sit through it a full second time to decide. It's at least a very strong 3+ so we'll go with that.

Amazing album

For the most part it was really good. There were some that just seemed a little out there Behind that Locked Door (sounded country), I'd Have you Anytime and Let It Down (Yacht rock anyone!). I honestly didn't know he wrote soo many Beatles songs. Not being a Beatles head, I credited much of their hippier sound to Lennon but it seems much of it may have come from George. Wah-wah, Apple Scruffs and I Dig Love were some of my favs. The last three songs were an interesting surprise, not sure if I loved them or was confused by them. This was a cool double album and great to see his talent shine. My only complaint is that it was a little long, some songs felt meh (Beware of Darkness) and maybe it was because it was just so much.

If this album was just disc 1, it would be an easy 4. Then disc 2 fell more into 3 territory. The Apple Jams of disc 3 really went off the rails to a 2. Just had McCartney’s first solo album, and now Harrison’s. It’s really interesting to hear their individual musical styles coming off such massive Beatles superstardom.

Definitely needed some editing to tighten up some of these. There is a great album buried in here somewhere

I liked it

Most interesting beatle, this was a bit of a challenge but there’s no denying the man could write a tune

Some good stuff on here but it's a bit of a chore to get through as there are just too many songs and not all of them good. This feels like George just dumped all the songs he'd been working on onto one album when The Beatles split.

A great album by, let's face it, most folk's favourite beatle.

My sweet lord What is life Out of the blue

I’ve heard this on a previous list. This time I really liked the Apple Jam section of the record. I played that portion loud on big speakers. The rest of the album was also pretty solid.

Look, you don't count sides 5&6. And even if you did, that's better than almost every other shitty ass jam band or psychedelic freak out album. Arguably the greatest double album of all time. The sound is warm, the songs are great, the band is comfortable.

Oftentimes beautiful, certainly interminable. I will never understand what compels artists to release albums of 2 hours or longer. Just make a second album at that point. I'm in no rush to listen to the whole album again in its entirety, but there are enough great songs and moments to merit a high rating.

It's fine. Too long, too meandering, extremely listenable and beautiful. Listen, I love the Beatles and much of their solo or later works. But I think they all really need to come into a studio with a bunch of songs and then whittle them down to a sub-hour length with the best songs, rather than dragging it out. Every song is good, yeah, but the good songs weigh the album down so that you don't even notice the great ones.

Uma explosão criativa com toda calma e serenidade iluminadas. Confirma a capacidade de fazer o melhor do rock com as guitarras embarcando as melodias.

Just brilliant. I absolutely loved this when it came out and absolutely still love it. I have played this album so many times over and over through the years and never get sick of it. For me, as a Beatles lover, this is as great as most of the Beatles albums are, and is the best of any solo album by a Beatle.

Erm, what the sigma??

A pretty self indulgent album. Lotsa peaks and valleys. There's a lot here I love, and even more I feel ambivalent about.

Undeniably great

Brilliant guitar play

Sigh. I can’t get into the vibe. And it was so long it felt like a slog.

Some good songs but I wouldn’t listen to the whole album.

There's too much quality on this album for me to give it a negative rating (when it's good it's amazing) but for the most part I didn't particularly enjoy this, it's too long. White Album works because George has two other great songwriters working with him, each with their own styles. This album very much feels like if the White Album only had songs like Long Long Long, Savoy Truffle, and While My Guitar.. on it. The songwriting is quality but there isn't much variation, and it lasts for almost 2 hours. If you like long pop rock/folk rock/blues rock albums then this'll be your thing, but don't expect much variety than that.

3/5 - the 70’s whine folk rock never did it for me.

Some really nice stuff on here, but does not need to be two hours long!

This was longer than I wanted it to be, but I really enjoyed a handful of songs and the rest of the album was pleasant. 3.5 rounded up to 4

This has always been a weird album. A strong disc one, a not so strong disc 2, and then the weird 3rd disc of jam sessions that are actually kinda ok, and I dislike Eric Clapton The guy shows promise, though.

Took me 7.75 actual hours to make it through, but I did it. Meh.

Possibly the best solo album by a beatle

2 hours is just too long

Great album!

This was a LONG listen! I enjoyed quite a bit of it but found some of the songs needlessly long and a bit too George Harrison. He is an awesome talent, and his songs are ones that I love. I REALLY LOVE! Double albums are a bit much sometimes.

I quite enjoyed the first side, enjoyed it more than the Beatles albums we’ve heard so far, and definitely more than the other solo post-Beatles albums! It was just too long. I think I would have rated this higher if it was less self indulgent

Very reminiscent of the Beatles - many song were written while they were breaking up. Fluorescent undertones of religion and Hire Krishna despite having an affair with a supermodel. Not sure how I feel about that.

Best post-Beatles album.

An explosion of creativity, of joy, of anger and spirituality and wistfulness, all of the things George couldn’t express in the Beatles he finally lets loose in a sprawling symphony. It just may be the best solo album any of them ever made.

A few highlights like "My Sweet Lord" or "What Is Life" but over all quite boring. Every single song is way too long and therefore the whole album is much too long! 2,5

This album was purely ok. Few songs stood out and many were far too preachy, but not bad. 3/5.

Never really appreciated just how many Beatles songs that I really liked were sung by George until I listened to this. A lot of this felt like it was just the Beatles itself, mostly just pleasant and calm vibes. 4.5

I liked this a lot more than I thought I would. My only apprehension is that it is extremely long. Might have been a better record overall if songs were better selected rather just dumping everything onto this project.

I really like this one, it’s just really lovely

Really enjoyed his instrumental stuff on the second disc. Almost wish he had this style a little more throughout his music.

8.5

My sweet lord What is life Out of the blue

George. Ringo. John. Paul. My favourite song of all time. And a fine taste in coats.

What a shame. Most of the first hour is wonderful. Beautiful songs with such feeling, and such love. I relate most to a person, or people, and some are very moving. George may have been writing about a person, but most are probably for his sweet lord, a higher power. Simply beautiful. It starts to tail off an hour in though, and the last half hour - 5 tracks that are just bluesy rock 'n' roll jams are a disaster! Why did George spoil the album by including them? Maybe Clapton bullied him into it! In the days of vinyl the third record would have been played once then returned to its sleeve, never to be played again. Favourite tracks: My Sweet Lord, If Not For You, Behind That Locked Door, Run of The Mill, I Dig Love, All Things Must Pass. And I Live For You, which incredibly wasn't on the original release. How that was cut to include the rubbish towards the end of the album is beyond me!

WOW! I really didn’t expect this album to grow on me so rapidly throughout one single listen. My Sweet Lord is a classic, but I do think that the level of exposure I have had to it has slightly dampened it’s impact on me… I am unsure why 😉. My first big favourite came with Behind That Locked Door: so pretty sounding! I Live For You, All Things Must Pass, and Hear Me Lord were additional high notes. But then, as if out of nowhere, came that last however many songs of pure instrumental. I was engrossed the whole time while cleaning out my room! Soulful, Bluesy, Jazzy, Rocky, and everything in between. Prime example of respecting the listeners time; making a comparatively lengthy album justified in it’s length and not over-indulgent. At times, I felt notes of Elton John-y stuff, but somehow this felt different and better in every possible way. A perfect victory lap after his Beatles success - thanks for the experience, George @ Co.

❤️ Masterpiece. Radiates warmth and sunshine. We’re lucky the world gave us George Harrison. This album is heavenly.

Quite long and all over the place but I liked it musically, some of the lyrics were weird .. I love dig

Ingrained in my childhood. Mom and Dad and their friends during this time. Sweet and gentle memories.

There are very good songs on 'All Things Must Pass', like the title track and of course the absolute classic My Sweet Lord. But it is simply too long to be a 4 or 5 star album, towards the second disc/half, it all felt like too much. 28 songs is really too much.

Fantastic album. One of my favourite Beatles solo projects and one of my favourite albums in general. This is a solid 5. No doubt.

Best Beatles solo album

Yes George H! I knew way more of these than I expected to. And also some songs where now I don't know who did the original. Some beautiful rich stuff in here. Loved the variation. A great listen

I don't think I've ever actually listened to this album but I know it was a proper classic and knew a lot of the songs. It was brilliant.

Oh yeah! George Harrison’s solo career is great, I love this album more than I love my future child.

Cozy album full of cozy songs however the last 5 tracks weren't the best for me. They felt long and boring.

Nice. 2,5

best non Beatles Beatles album

Awesome to hear. Almost 2h long

A Very Nice experience

Top Ten All Timer (even though it’s a bit bloated).

-jfc george ts is so long what were you trying to prove -That being said I really like it, it reminds me of a lot of later Beatles stuff -I like the diversity of the instrumentation especially -Favorites are I’d Have You Anytime, My Sweet Lord, and Art Of Dying

For the most part, the album didn't keep me engaged. I'm happy I waited until the end with all the great jam sessions during the last five songs. That was fun and a great way to spend the deep cleaning I was doing!

A bit overly long for what it is, but the songwriting is timeless. Full of classics and underrated hits, I adored this overall.

This is probably the best post Beatles album. No filler. No notes.

Really great music for the lovers of Beatles.

This was one of my favourite albums of all time before I began this. I'm a George Harrison girlie. A STAN. But you've got to admit this album, whilst arguably one of the most influential of all time and one of the best, is quite front-loaded, and Apple Jam, a collection of instrumentals which takes up the entirety of Sides five and six should have been a seperate album. I'm very much here for the Dylan love and the McCartney slander.

Kept thinking I was listening to the Beatles, enjoy it

Good and fun

After 6 or 7 songs I felt like I had enough of the album. Had no desire to put myself through 2 hours of this

Liked Song What Is Life

graded on a curve (correctly ignoring the apple jam)

I liked some of the tracks just fine, but the main issue is that the album is far too long – some editing would've made the songs bleed together less.

Right, two hours or not, All Things Must Pass is really good. I suppose it should be given who it is and the length giving more of a chance for quality to come through but most of it is genuinely excellent, and I preferred it to anything we've had from the Beatles themselves. There's a bigger feeling - that 'wall of sound' production really resonates with me and gives it a direction and an impetus I often felt missing in the Beatles work. Wah-Wah is a brilliant example of that but you can pick half a dozen songs that are just as good in that regard. Let It Down oozes power and control in perfect balance and is the sort of song artists were trying to imitate for the next 50 years, I Live For You has understated quality on the guitar and the sweet vocals match it so well, the title track is a standout, Art Of Dying rocks out, and it's just the last 25 minutes of improvisational indulgence that bring it down (as much as I liked Thanks For The Pepperoni, it's just not needed and the trio of tracks feel out of place with what preceded it). A high 4, surprised me a lot, didn't expect to enjoy it as I did.

A lot of good moments, and nothing that I really didn't like, but 2 hours is unforgivably long. Definitely a more mature sound than most of what the Beatles produced, but lacks a bit of the oomph and certainly the catchiness. I think that first side of the first album is top drawer, but it fades after that. A better score than I thought this would get when I saw it was 2 hours long, but it's only a 3.

some cute corny throwbacks in here

Very good, but very long. All the tracks are quality, but I can't spend two hours is a lot.

0/10 Унылая параша унылого парашника из битлз. Эту подборку альбомов делали любители ушной уринотерапии, иначе не получится объяснить то, что они запихнули сюда чуть ли не всю дискографию битлз, а в придачу к этому ещё и вонючие сольники её участников. Не альбом, а растянутая на полтора часа невыносимая пытка, на которую по-хорошему, должна бы распространяться Женевская конвенция. Вонючий говноед высрал ртом овер 20 звуковых файлов смерти в свой альманах говна, причём каждая последующая звучит как и предыдущая, а их говнистость развивается в геометрической прогрессии. В итоге говноед, любитель люто выдать неслушабельного пердежа (неслушабельного, если ты, конечно, не один из тех водолазов - любителей, которые накрутили альбомам битлз 4+ рейтинг), был скипнут на половине альбома, так ему и надо! Слава Роду - нет битлам обосранным!

Impressive work, George sure can compose!

the more hours, the merrier enjoyed

Great depth and songwriting. Show what Harrison was really capable of.

The songs that are good are good but my sweet lord is this too long

George is really being himself here. It might be long but it’s a good listen. Very good!

Isn't it a pity (both versions) Beginning of Let it down Let it down (original guitar version) I dig love What a long album

I struggled to like this more than I thought I would the highlights (what is life, if not for you, all things must pass) are pretty high, the mehs (1/3 of it .. just jams, I dig love) are pretty meh. Overall, it felt more like a compilation than an album.

I always expect to like his solo stuff more than I actually do. There are great songs on here, but all in all it doesn't feel like an album but a bunch of tracks, further evidenced by multiple versions of the same song, and the track list changing with each reissue.

Excepting the couple of hits, this is fairly mediocre. Relies a little too much on a laid-back acoustic folky sound, and George doesn't need the likes of Bob Dylan or Eric Clapton to help him. Not for me to decide, but in my revisionist history George does the following: 1. Instead of Phil Spector, literally anyone else. George's tunes just don't fit and there's no ironic contrast. Just reverb and it brings the wwhole thing to a place it doesn't belong. There's a fine line between clever and stupid. 2. Just get a band, abandon the all-star guest appearance party. 3. Pick the 8 - 10 best songs. OR 4. Finish a thought. A lot of the stuff on this album seems like demos without structure. Take all the ideas, put some together, take some apart, move some around. 5. Sing from your soul, not someone else's. George Harrison seems to get caught in that thing that so many British rockers did around this time and thought they were George Jones or something? Country rock is not all that awesome even when it's done well. 6. Of course, just one album man. Just one. The Beatles were so popular they got to that point where NO ONE gave them any feedback. This album is too long. Maybe flesh out the weaker songs and put them on a later album? The good stuff is really good though. I just wish he pruned out the Americana sounding stuff. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Great guitar, double album is a little much for me though. I enjoy a lot of the songs but could've been trimmed down as an album

The Beatles were a really interesting band when you think about it. They were huge and are treated like gods of music or something. And yet, despite that, they didn't even make music for 10 years. The experience of being a Beatle must have been such an interesting one, especially in the time after the band's breakup. And the best way to look to see what was happening with the band members after the breakup is to look at their solo albums after the breakup. All 4 Beatles had/have interesting careers with interesting albums (one of which, John Lennon's "Imagine", I already listened to), but if there's one ex-Beatle album that I've seen praise for more than any other, it would have to be All Things Must Pass by George Harrison. George doesn't really get talked about much in comparison to the rest of the band. He made some of the band's best songs like "Here Comes the Sun" and "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," but I feel like I've seen more people today talking about Ringo than George. Despite that, this album has been put on something of a pedestal. So, does it deserve that? Absolutely. The first two thirds of this album are, in my opinion, perfect. Every song is just phenomenal. I really like songs like "My Sweet Lord," "Wah-Wah," and "What is Life." You get to hear about things like George's thoughts on his band mates and his absolutely fascinating spiritual journey. The sound is amazing. It's very Abbey Road-esque in a way, and that's still my favorite Beatles album to this day. The last third, dubbed the "Apple Jam" isn't as interesting, but it's at least a fairly enjoyable jam session. The album is very long, the longest one I've done so far as a matter of fact! And yet, I still didn't feel like it was dragging in a way that I felt for other, much worse albums. Also, getting this album on a weekend day definitely helped. Overall, this is a masterpiece. I think this might be one of my favorite albums yet. 5/5.

Bastante rollo. Ni fu ni fa.

I like this better than Beatles. Not by much, and the length certainly doesn't help, but it's listenable Honestly, the last 30 minutes really tested my patience. Still don't think it's a 1-star level

Following up on my /Band On The Run -- Paul McCartney and Wings/ review, I can also conclude through process of elimination that George Harrison was not the reason why The Beatles sucked so much. Let It Down was a 5, replayed that song many many times. Was toeing between a 4 or a 3 for this album but the 2nd half of the double album let me down

Beatles plus Supertramp-Vibes.

Some good stuff, however there's an overall feeling of 'meh' that runs throughout.

lol @ 2 hours of runtime.

This album good. 👍

Never listened to the album all the way through before. Good throughout, stand out tracks: - My sweet lord remaster and 2000 - Wah Wah - What is life - Let it down - Apple Scruffs - All things must pass - Art of Dying (AMAZING)

1. I’d Have You Anytime 8/10 2. My Sweet Lord 9/10 3. Wah-Wah 7/10 4. Isn’t It A Pity (1) 9/10 5. What Is Life? 10/10 6. If Not For You 8/10 7. Behind That Locked Door 8/10 8. Let It Down 9/10 9. Run of the Mill 8/10 10. Beware of Darkness 7/10 11. Apple Scruffs 9/10 12. Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp 9/10 13. Awaiting On You All 9/10 14. All Things Must Pass 10/10 15. I Dig Love 7/10 16. Art of Dying 10/10 17. Isn’t It A Pity (2) 10/10 18. Hear Me Lord 10/10 Score: 167/180= 93%

Listened to all 2 hours. Forgot all of it except my sweet Lord. B teir.

Great

too long for no reason, it made all the songs kinda blend together. good background music though

This album holds a special place for me because it reminds me of my childhood. My mom used to have My Sweet Lord blasting in the living room in the evening, rocking back and forth in her favorite chair. That one song is very special, this is my first time listening to the entire album through and it’s just a solid collection of ok songs. There isn’t too much that’s remarkable about this album. You are bound to have at least a couple of standout records with such a long album. However, in order for it to be a certified high rated album, I would want it to have more records that are undeniably good. It just doesn’t have that. All that being said, I can’t rate this lower than a 4 because of My Sweet Lord! My bias won’t let me 🤷🏾‍♂️😂

A bit long but overall I like this album, too many jams at the end also, on par with The Beatles other work. Material world is a lot more concise feeling.

beautiful melodies

some real sweet love songs on there ngl but also i was good after a while, this didn't need to be 2h long 🫡

It's a decent album. Some good songs, some I don't really care for much.

Not the first album after the breakup of the Beatles (that was Ringo with a collection of swing tunes) but surely the one that matters. The title track is best in the acoustic version and the infamous My Sweet Lord really can stand on its own feet. This record shows that Harrison could helm a project. It has these carefully used gospel elements, not too heavy, that make every rock album better.

Better than most of the solo Beatles project. Still not as good as the sum total. Growing up, he was my least favorite of the four lads, and I wasn’t a fan of his solo work early on. But I’ve warmed some, and besides the obvious monster hit, this album as a whole is pretty good.

First time to completely listen to the whole album. Lots of jam music.

The slide guitar is cool, but this is one bloated album of generally very similar-sounding songs.

Ok

Folksy and boring

There are some solid songs here - as in, some quality melodies and interesting harmonic touches. Generally, it's well written, well crafted rock music with prominent pop flavours. However... I'm not a huge fan of Harrison's rather weak, lugubrious voice. His slide guitar style isn't quite to my tastes. Phil Spector's soupy, gloopy production is something I don't think I'll ever buy. Personal proclivities aside, what an absolute spoofer Spector was. Nonetheless, this was a low four star or high three star effort - until I got to the Apple Jam section. And suddenly, everything that was wrong headed, misguided, self-satisfied and self-important about this era of album rock comes into focus. Who thought that this was a good idea? I can think of another fruit flavoured jam - Grape Jam, by Moby Grape, that was an utter disaster, a mess from start to finish, and this isn't miles off being that bad either. On the basis that it exists and is part of the album, the final third almost drags this into one star territory. Almost. I'm feeling generous.

4/5. Every debut album by each of the Beatles feels a little like latching onto that band energy with a little flair that separates them enough. To be fair, this does feel like a greatest hits album of George songs which does contain some great songs, and then it kind of feels like an album I shouldn't be listening to in all one sitting, like a greatest hits album. Again, a great collection of songs, but not a great front to back album considering the similarity and length, so doesn't get that 5. 4 is pretty accurate. Can't knock the spiritual wholesomeness in these tracks. And the jams are definitely fun as well. Best Song: My Sweet Lord, Isn't It A Pity, What is Life, All Things Must Pass, Out of the Blue

Fint men tråkigt, alla låtar var ganska lika. My Sweet lord var bästa låten!!

Väldigt bra album, men jag trodde det skulle vara bättre. Lite för långt med lite för många fillers. Bästa låt: My sweet lord

6/10 Too long. Waaaayyy toooo looonng. Just finished and I can already barely remembered when I started listening. Highlight: Art of Dying

Definitely hits some jam band elements

A good album, I liked My Sweet Lord, Let It Down and Run of the Mill.

George Harrison's first post-Beatles album is a terrific blend of their signature sound blended with a more heavy rock and roll sound that often eluded the Fab 4. There was definite Beatles influence early in the album with "I'd Have You Anytime" and the classic "My Sweet Lord". In a similar arena, there were a couple songs on disc two that were reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac to me in "Apple Scruffs" and "Awaiting On You All". These tracks borrowed elements from these two artists without seeming plagiarized. More apart from that soft melodic sound, we had a few harder rock tracks that are not often represented in the Beatles years. "Wah-Wah" and "What Is Life" from disc one, and "Art of Dying" and "Plug Me In" from disc two exhibited the kind of rock sound that would come into the mainstream in the 2 decades that proceeded this album, and even had some killer solos as well. Though Harrison was understandably in the shadow of 2 icons in The Beatles, this album leaves an indelible mark on the rock landscape, and convinces me that The Beatles wouldn't have reached the heights they did without his contributions. 8/10

I thought this was great

Top tier that was great to have on in the background while i worked but also made me want to run around in a field or sit by a fire in the middle of nowhere with all my friends

Some great gems here but runs a bit long. Seems like he anticipated dying young or just wanted to demonstrate his deeply philosophical side.

This is some of the best work among "Solo efforts" I've heard to date. I still ding it a star for being too long and too much fluff, much like a hip hop album. But there's a solid Beatles record buried in here

Been hanging out for this for at least half the list and was left kind of conflicted or at least a bit confused. Its good but soo layered it definitely calls for more than the 5 listens I've given it already this week. Five stars though due to George being the coolest Beatle still though no questions - that clip of him getting out of his rolls with the hat on in front of Abbey Road will go down in cool dude history.

bretty gud 4/5

I don't know if I would have given this a 5 were I not obsessed with the Beatles and already a huge George Harrison fan. Not every song is a winner, but I'd buy it and I'd listen to it again, because it's a snapshot of life out on his own for the first time and it's very charming to me. Plus there are some really wonderful songs on here.

Bastante rollo. Ni fu ni fa.

Un poco largo.

Gorgeous album, some solid blues grooves in long form, and great 70s rock tracks, only put down by some slow ballads that don’t hold the ear. 7/10.

George was always my favourite Beatle in terms of musical output. His songs in Beatles albums were the ones I enjoyed the most and it’s a testament to not only his talent but also how much he was held back in the Beatles that his first solo album was a triple album. He just had that much music he was sitting on that he needed to get out there and with that context it makes sense for him to release such a long album that never feels stale and justifies its length.

What an album!!!! George finally felt free to make songs!!!!

This is a fantastic set of songs. However, I can’t give it 5 stars because I don’t get the 3rd LP. I will say that I love the rest of the album enough that I had some goodwill towards Eric Clapton once the jams start, but it just doesn’t fit.

Very nice men hvorfor så fakkings lang. Drop to album istedet liksom. Hater lange album men, denne får et pass ig siden det ikke er noen duds her. Lengden trekker det fortsatt ned

5 for the first disk, 4 for the second. Definitely could be better with less songs, but his songwriting style was so unique and I love the sound space he creates.

Beautiful... It certainly helped me get through a strange day at work ;-) Seriously, George Harrison had something very special when it came to writing and composing songs, they never lost their beauty and intensity

Too long, some filler like the long jams that go nowhere can be omitted

Too long, too full of himself. Why the decision to have multiple versions of some meh songs was made will remain a mystery? A lot of this was a real chore to get through. Clearly the real songwriting talent did not lay with Harrison. Favorite: What is Life Rating: 2

Love . Also there's a song called thanks for the pepperoni? I live for you and all things must pass hit a little different this time around .

some decent songs on here but hardly worth it for the 1.5 hrs slog of the original release.

Normally it’s difficult for me to keep my interest with a double album. But this record has such a great variety with so many banger songs that I’m never bored. More than anything I’m eager to listen to the full thing again. 5/5

Not bad, more of a 70’s folksy Americana sound

I tried- but still not crazy about George

Best leuke muziek hoor (jee, een Beatle), geinige hippieklanken van een would-be tuinkabouter. Dit album heeft echter het zelfde euvel als veel andere (drie)dubbelelpees: het is te lang. Ik stel me voor dat als je dit op vinyl in je kast hebt staan, je de eerste LP relatief vaak afspeelt, de tweede al een stuk minder, en de derde bijna nooit, al is het leuk dat je Clapton hoort meedoen. Bij mij zakte de aandacht allengs steeds verder weg. Plaat nummer 1 zou ik wel een 5 hebben gegeven, maar dat niveau haalt de rest niet.

O shit, een Beatle vandaag. Gelukkig wel een stille Beatle en dat heb ik toch het liefst. Nou ja stilte? Meneer levert ook nog eens een DRIEdubbel album. Alsof dat nog niet genoeg is, wordt er gelinkt naar een versie met bonus-nummers. Die laatste haal ik snel uit de luisterlijst, maar de moed is me al wel in de schoenen gezonken. Ik duik het internet maar even op. Het eerste resultaat op google komt niet van Wiki, maar is een rating op de 1001. (Google vertelt vaak meer over de zoeker dan over het gezochte...) Het is een duidelijke, maar lange recensie. Korte samenvatting. Wie denkt die George dat hij is? Dat hij denkt dat het fijn is om zo lang naar een album te luisteren met zelfs meerdere keren meerdere versies van één nummer. Ook jij, George, maakt de ene keer betere muziek dan de andere keer. Schrijven is schrappen! Had ik natuurlijk niet moeten lezen, want ik luister dan pas naar het eerste nummer. Zo laat ik mij wellicht flink beïnvloeden. Aan de andere kant waren de verwachtingen al laag. Niet alleen omdat ik jeuk krijg van veel Beatle muziek, ook omdat dat eerste nummer is een co-productie is met mijn tweede allergie Dylan. Daarna klinkt het echt wel fijner. Al hoor je best nog een stil Beatles-geluid. Bij Behind That Locked Door kijk ik vanuit verveling hoe lang dit nog moet duren. Dat is dus bij het begin van kant 2 van de 6 kanten. Ik geeft bovenstaande recensie maar een like. Ik herken het gevoel nu al sterk. Ik heb het uitgezeten. Gelukkig volgt er nog een instrumentaal gedeelte aan het einde. Een welkome afwisseling. Maar 11 minuten lang hetzelfde thema. Dat is ook lang hoor. Conclusie. Alles aan dit album kan met minimaal de helft ingekort worden. Met een goede selectie was waarschijnlijk een uitstekend album over gebleven.

We hebben al soloplaten gehad van Lennon en McCartney, maar met dit soloalbum laat George Harrison zien dat hij toch wel een ondergewaardeerde kracht van de Beatles was. Fijne, aanstekelijke rock n roll liedjes, met gezellige country invloeden en Dylanesque folk. En af en toe wat zweverig met zijn Hare Krishna My Sweet Lord. Maar een driedubbelaar is natuurlijk nergens goed voor. We weten dat je het kunt Sjors, daar hoef je geen drie albums voor in elkaar te stampen en tegelijk uit te brengen. Verspreid dat gewoon lekker. En dan had er misschien wel meer in gezeten qua score. Al met al moet ik wel zeggen, dat ik van de soloprojecten van de Beatles, dit toch misschien wel de betere vind. Het zou kunnen, dat het het dichtst bij mijn smaak ligt. Het luisterde sowieso heerlijk weg op een zomerse dinsdagochtend.

I actually like the instrumental jams.

This is a really excellent album. One of my favorites from the first time I heard it. George Harrison was a superb songwriter and this album shows him at his very best. This is technically a triple album but really it should be considered a double album with bonus jam tracks. Until the jam tracks there's not really any filler, it's all good. The jam tracks are fine but definitely nowhere the same quality as the rest of the album. There are literally too many favorite tracks to list.

relisten. breathtakingly beautiful, masterful, inspirational, nostalgic, haunting. full of love and at the same time full of sorrow. makes me feel a lot of things. i thought about reaching for this album lately but was afraid it would just make me feel worse. turns out it's exactly what I needed.

This is in my top 5 albums of all time. I'm only giving it 5 because I can't go any higher. A quiet and thoughtful start before it leaps into life with "wah wah". And how good is that guitar!! Stand out tracks are the obvious "Beware the Darkness" and "All things must Pass", but a shout out to "Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp" and "Hear me lord". As with all George Harrison albums, you just feel love from every track. Music didnt get any better than this.

8/10 It seems so effortless. I can't imagine a world where these songs don't exist. I like them but I've been saturated in them, I can't separate them from the ether. 5-6-2024

The sheer creativity - stunning. Side four is particularly incredible.

The Beatles’ main song catalogue consists of 188 original songs. Only 22 of those were written by George Harrison. Listening to the creative powerhouse that is All Things Must Pass those numbers seem completely outrageous. Harrison somehow never makes a wrong move on what is undoubtedly the greatest post-Beatles achievement by any Beatle.

Over two hours, and I was not looking forward to that. However, I quickly realized that most of the songs were legit good, and the time flew by. Surprisingly good.

Quality music, a little too mellow for me

Not sure I needed almost two hours of George Harrison

George, you doll. Perfect album from a perfect Beatle. I’d struggle to find a more consistent, cohesive, beautiful or downright GOOD album of the same amount of ambitiousness and length. Don’t be a fool, give this 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I have never heard this album before. It was really good and has aged beautifully!

GEORGE HARRISON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Some of the better instrumental stuff from George

This might be closer to 5 stars without the jams.

I liked this for the most part! Some songs very beatles-y.

I'm guessing this is what set George Harrison apart from the other Beatles after they went their own separate ways. I found it very nice to listen to.

Lovely but simply TOO LONG

Took one listen and I couldn't enjoy this album. Harrison's guitar playing is great, but I just couldn't connect with it. 3/5 because he's a quarter of the Beatles.

it is a very nice albumn and im gay asf

Hyvää kevyttä rockia. Paljon parempaa kuin Beatless. Parhaat: What Is Life, Beware Of Darkness, Art Of Dying, Plug Me In.

As a devout hater of all things Beatles, this may be my favorite album I have heard by the 4 dudes who make up the group. Is George Harrison the most talented of the 4? I was surprised at the number of songs I recognized while listening. A song that I fell in love with right away was Isn't It A Pity. Definitely my favorite. Let It Down, Wah-Wah, I Dig Love, Apple Scruffs an All Things Must Pass all stood out to me. This was a long album and I could be mixing up some songs, but just the fact I have written more than 3 lines about Beatle lets you know I did take the time to absorb it all. I didn't even mind some of the jam sessions at the end. Over 2 hour album, but for the most part it had a nice flow and sound. I found this to be a solid album. Shit, I even listened a few times. Don't think I've listened to anything Beatle more than once. I am impressed and happy my old man mind didn't just skip through due to my dislike of that other band. If you trimmed this album down a few songs. I would have rated higher, but I still enjoyed most of everything I heard. I know Uncle Jeff is sitting somewhere, ears ringing, thinking "did my nephew just praise a Beatle?" Ha. Yes, I did. Very good album. Definitely will revisit portions of this album again. 4

4 …Did George Harrison seriously write the best Beatles album?? All this time I’ve been pointing the finger at John and Ringo for making The Beatles suck, but maybe Paul should be lumped in there as well because this is honestly way better than anything I’ve heard from the combined efforts of The Fab Four - I finally feel like I’m hearing what people are talking about when they describe The Beatles as the greatest group of all-time. Like, this album is just great song after great song - in the beginning anyway, which is a good segue to my 2.5 hangups with this album: 1) The front half is MUCH stronger. I don’t think anything here is bad, but it really feels like Harrison relegated all of his weaker material to the back. Some of it could have just been cut, especially… 2) the four jam tracks at the end. Look, I could handle the Johnny’s Birthday song and maybe one of the jam tracks, but four extended attempts back to back to cap off an already long album is just a tedious and unsatisfying conclusion. And besides, there’s enough padding as is what with the… 2.5) alternate takes scattered in between. I make this a half point because most of them were added later for a re-release of the album, but regardless, why the hell would they be put smack dab in the middle? You couldn’t have included them as bonus tracks at the very end like a normal re-release? It really breaks up the flow when trying to listen. Anyway, those out of the way, I still find this to be a really good album, and honestly, said hang-ups don’t even really bother me quite as much as my bullet points may make it seem. While I do think this could have been condensed into a near-perfect, single album, I don’t find the total volume of work here totally unwelcome. That being said, there isn’t anything else on this album - or across The Beatles’ entire catalog for that matter - that trumps the stretch of the first five songs here for me. Not even I Dig Love with its questionable “I love dig” lyric (come on man, you had to have known what that was going to sound like). Speaking of sounds like - does anyone else totally hear Fox on the Run on What is Life? I think Sweet has some explaining to do.