GEORGE HARRISON & FRIENDS: The Concert for Bangladesh (Warner Vision).

 

GEORGE Harrison became the highest profile ex-Beatle through the triumphs of triple album All Things Must Pass and this 1971 concert. He responded to friend Ravi Shankar's plea for help by staging a superstar gathering of friends at Madison Square Garden, funds aiding the Pakistan/Bangladesh refugee crisis. A time capsule of the era, the concert captures Bob Dylan venturing out of semi-retirement, Leon Russell at his peak, Eric Clapton playing sideman and a rare Harrison live performance. Packed with highlights, including Dylan's casual four-song set with Harrison and Russell. Extras include fascinating background documentaries and previously unseen performances.

 

JEFF CRAWFORD