Somewhere in England
George Harrison · 1981
38 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · beat music
A reflective blend of rock and folk, layered with Harrison's signature spiritual introspection and melodic craftsmanship.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey thoughtful melodies for introspection melodic craftsmanship with spiritual depth
- Context
- By the time 'Somewhere in England' was released in 1981, George Harrison had already established himself as a solo artist following his successful 1970 triple album 'All Things Must Pass'. This album came after a period of relative silence, marked by his involvement in various projects including the Traveling Wilburys, signaling a return to personal expression amidst shifting musical landscapes.
- If you like
- folk rock, psychedelic rock, beat music
Somewhere in England is an album by George Harrison, released in 1981. A reflective blend of rock and folk, layered with Harrison's signature spiritual introspection and melodic craftsmanship. This album is notable for its critical reception, particularly 'All Those Years Ago', which serves as a poignant tribute to John Lennon following his assassination. The album reached number 11 on the Billboard 200, reflecting Harrison's enduring popularity and influence in rock music during the early 1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Somewhere in England sound like?
A reflective blend of rock and folk, layered with Harrison's signature spiritual introspection and melodic craftsmanship. Rooted in folk rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Somewhere in England by George Harrison notable?
This album is notable for its critical reception, particularly 'All Those Years Ago', which serves as a poignant tribute to John Lennon following his assassination. The album reached number 11 on the Billboard 200, reflecting Harrison's enduring popularity and influence in rock music during the early 1980s. By the time 'Somewhere in England' was released in 1981, George Harrison had already established himself as a solo artist following his successful 1970 triple album 'All Things Must Pass'. This album came after a period of relative silence, marked by his involvement in various projects including the Traveling Wilburys, signaling a return to personal expression amidst shifting musical landscapes.
Who is Somewhere in England for?
Somewhere in England works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective journey, thoughtful melodies for introspection and melodic craftsmanship with spiritual depth.
How many songs are on Somewhere in England?
Somewhere in England has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blood From a Clone Standout 3:58
- 2 Unconsciousness Rules 3:04
- 3 Life Itself Standout 4:24
- 4 All Those Years Ago Standout 3:43
- 5 Baltimore Oriole 3:57
- 6 Teardrops 4:04
- 7 That Which I Have Lost 3:42
- 8 Writing’s on the Wall 3:57
- 9 Hong Kong Blues 2:54
- 10 Save the World 4:56
Release Date
June 1, 1981
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
38 min 39 sec
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