George Harrison returned to the stage for the first time in years in 1991; that Japanese tour is documented on the fine double-disc set Live in Japan. Backed by a stellar supporting band led by Eric Clapton, Harrison turns in surprisingly strong versions of his best solo material; it easily surpasses Paul McCartney's double-disc Tripping the Live Fantastic or Paul Is Live. Not bad for a guy who doesn't like to give concerts.
LIVE IN JAPAN WITH ERIC CLAPTON AND BAND
recorded: December, 1991 in Osaka and Tokyo
Produced by Spike and Nelson Wilbury
Musicians:
George Harrison - Guitar, Vocals
Eric Clapton - Guitar, Backing vocals
Andy Fairweather - Low Guitar, Backing vocals
Nathan East - Bass, Backup vocals
Steve Ferrone - Drums
Ray Cooper - Percussion
Greg Phillinganes - Keyboards, Backing vocals
Chuck Leavell - Keyboards, Backing vocals
Tessa Niles - Vocals
Katie Kissoon - Vocals
remixed at "The Mill" Cookham, England during February, 1992
Assistant Engineer: Simon Wall
5.1 mix by John Etchells and Damon Iddins at The Astoria, London 2003.
SACD Mastering: Doug Sax
SACD co-ordinator: Phil Taylor
SACD Authoring: Gus Skinas
Executive Producer: Rick Veda
Photograph: Carl Studna (c)
Design: Richard Ward
Illustration: Brian Grimwood
Album re-design: drew lorimer the redroom @ emi & thenewnro2