News - 22 February 2021

Happy Birthday, George

Don't miss a special birthday show from Dhani honoring his father, George. Spotlighting some of their favorite songs they used to listen to together, along with personal favorites from his dad's catalog, you can tune in on February 25 at 11am to listen.

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In celebration of what would be George Harrison's 78th birthday on February 25, The Beatles Channel (Ch. 18) is shining a spotlight on the beloved icon with exclusive specials featuring Dhani Harrison, landmark concerts, live performances of George's music by contemporary artists, and much more.

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Broadcast Schedule (all times ET): All Those Years Ago: George Harrison In His Own Words

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Happy Birthday, George
During this exclusive tribute, George will be talking about his music with The Beatles, his solo career, and much more. Hear George say it all when the special premieres on February 25 at 1pm and airs again on February 26 at 11am, February 27 at 3pm, and February 28 at 9pm.

This special will be available on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.

Dhani Harrison Birthday Tribute for His Father, George

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Happy Birthday, George
Don't miss a special birthday show from Dhani Harrison. Dhani will be honoring his father, George, by spotlighting some of their favorite songs they used to listen to together, along with personal favorites from his dad's catalog. Tune in on February 25 at 11am, February 26 at 9pm, February 27 at 1pm, February 28 at 8pm, March 3 at 12am, and March 4 at 1pm.

This special will be available on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.

The Concert For George

In 2002, a stellar group of musicians gathered to pay tribute to their great friend George Harrison one year after his untimely passing. Featuring Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton, Dhani Harrison, Jeff Lynne, and many more, the Concert for George was a historic meeting of musical talent, comedy, and spirituality in memory of the man who embodied all three (and more). Relive these moments and hear the aforementioned artists performing George's music on February 26 at 11pm.

The Concert For Bangladesh

To remember George's philanthropy and mark on humanitarian aid efforts, SiriusXM is presenting the concert that inspired countless others. As the first-ever benefit event of this magnitude, The Concert for Bangladesh featured an all-star lineup -- including Eric Clapton, Ravi Shankar, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, and George himself -- straight from the heart of Manhattan in New York's Madison Square Garden on August 1, 1971. Experience the concert when it airs on February 28 at 12am.

George Fest

Starting February 25 and throughout the weekend, The Beatles Channel will feature songs from George Fest -- a live concert tribute to George Harrison held at the Fonda Theater in Los Angeles in 2014. Hear Dhani Harrison, Norah Jones, Ben Harper, Brandon Flowers from The Killers, Wayne Coyne From The Flaming Lips, and many more playing their favorite George songs live!

Dark Horse Radio

Laura Cantrell's weekly show, Dark Horse Radio, is dedicated to the music that George Harrison wrote, produced, sang, and loved. This week, hear a look back at the UK charts exactly 50 years ago! Tune in to hear Cantrell celebrate George's 78th with his songs, as well as songs by others, including covers of his songs, songs he covered, and rarely heard material. Don't miss your chance to celebrate George when the birthday special airs on February 25 at 3pm, February 27 at 11pm, February 28 at 4pm, and March 3 at 12pm.

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Northern Songs

Beatles historian and author Bill Flanagan puts together a themed playlist of hits and rarities by the Fab Four for this weekly audio adventure! This week, it's all Beatles with George Harrison taking the lead on February 26 at 12am, February 27 at 7pm, and February 28 at 6am.

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Fab Fourum

Get your Beatlemania on during an extra-special Fab Fourum celebration. Dennis Elsas, Bill Flanagan, and Tom Frangione are honoring George's birthday by taking calls and letting fans revel in their favorite George moments throughout his illustrious career with special guests Ray Cooper and Mike Campbell on February 24 at 9pm, February 27 at 7am, and February 28 at 6pm.

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8 Songs A Week Times Two

In this week's special expanded edition of the fan-voted 8 Songs A Week show, listeners will hear 16 George Harrison songs hear 16 George Harrison songs as presented by Beatles Channel host Meg Griffin on February 25 at 2pm, February 27 at 6am, February 28 at 1pm, and March 1 at 12pm.

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Peter Asher: From Me To You

Legendary recording artist, record producer, and impresario Peter Asher shares his deep passion for The Beatles and the music they loved and inspired. As one of the key executives at Apple Records in the '60s and half of the duo Peter & Gordon, Peter has a unique perspective on the music and the stories behind it. This week, Peter starts out his show with a set of six songs performed or written by George Harrison. Hear the special episode on February 25 at 9pm, February 27 at 5pm, February 28 at 8am, March 2 at 1pm.

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Chris Carter George Harrison Special

Chris Carter -- host of The Beatles Channel's Breakfast with the Beatles and overall Beatles aficionado -- is delivering a chronological look at George's career and the musical landscape surrounding it. Don't miss this special about the man responsible for "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," "Here Comes the Sun," and more classics on February 25 at 8am.

This special will be available on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.

Slim Jim Phantom Rockabilly Special

Join Slim Jim Phantom from Stray Cats in honoring George's memory by highlighting some of The Beatles legend's greatest Rockabilly moments on February 25 at 4pm, February 26 at 1pm, February 27 at 12am, February 28 at 11am.

This special will be available on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.

Musical Mystery Tour with Randy and Tal Bachman

This month, Randy and Tal Bachman are focusing their masterclass on George Harrison and his talents as a guitar player and songwriter. Along with spotlighting George's skill, they'll also feature songs from Randy's 2018 album, By George, his personal testimonial honoring The Quiet Beatle's work. Join the Musical Mystery Tour when it airs on February 22 at 4pm, February 24 at 3pm, February 26 at 6am, February 27 at 11am, and February 28 at 11pm.

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Way Beyond Compare

Join Beatles expert Tom Frangione for a new series exploring Fab Four alternate takes, live performances, and versions of Beatles recordings that you've never heard before! This week, it's all about George Harrison on February 26 at 4pm and February 28 at 10am.