320: "Our Guitarist George" with Sam Popkin

About this episode

The episode explores George Harrison's contributions to The Beatles and his solo career, featuring insights from musician Sam Popkin.

This month George Harrison would've turned 83. The "quiet Beatle" holds the record for THE most streamed Beatles song, his 1969 composition, "Here Comes The Sun," but to the general public (and not the hardcores), he may remain in the shadow of Lennon and McCartney, despite his key contributions to songs bearing their names. Musician/podcaster Sam Popkin (Gear, There and Everywhere) joins the conversation for an examination/appreciation of what George brought to The Beatles, as well as his singular solo work. Sam also details the guitars and gear that facilitated George's evolution from a young rockabilly to a pioneer of world music and unique slide guitarist. This episode is brought to you by DistroKid and Magical Mystery Camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Guest: Sam Popkin

Topics covered

• George Harrison
• The Beatles
• music evolution
• solo work
• guitars and gear
• world music
• slide guitar

Keywords

• George Harrison
• The Beatles
• Here Comes The Sun
• Sam Popkin
• music history
• guitarist
• rockabilly
• world music
• slide guitar

Sponsors

DistroKid, Magical Mystery Camp

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Evergreen Podcasts

Books & works: Here Comes The Sun

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