George Harrison: Behind The Locked Door

For me one of the best books on George (if not the best). The thinking, feeling person and Musician, that George was and who inspired me and my own life - all that comes across in a very moving way. - A great book for those who love George Harrison!

A portrait of a man who had too much fame and money thrust upon him at an early age which far exceeded his (or anybody's) talent. An early example of the perils of celebrity culture. But the point is to review the book not the man, who has had far too many unsolicited opinions thrust upon him.An honest book which shuns Beatle hype and mania. Despite being the Beatles 'lead guitarist', the group's multi-instrumental skills meant that he didn't play guitar on some of their most notable tracks. Despite the religious front, he was seemingly a serial drug user and womaniser who slept with as many of his friends' partners as possible.Overall, a satisfyingly low-key book about a low-key man who led a high-profile life which was not his choice, and which avoids the name dropping which usually swells the index pages of rock biographies.His legacy remains, as an influential guitarist, who penned a small number of very successful songs, and a truly great (triple) solo album which will never account for his vast wealth, but is probably more personal success than most of us could wish for.

Being a bit of a Beatle buff I've read loads of books including a few on George. This is a fabulous read and I could not put it down. It is the best on George I've read, including I Me Mine. I'm not going into the ins and outs but I promise you, you won't be disappointed.

I’m a huge George Harrison fan and I think this book gives an insight into what he was like as a person - he was human and he had his flaws. I’m not sure that the author is as impressed by Harrison as I am but it is well written and interesting. Recommended.

Yeah … if you’re into the Beatles it’s a solid portrait of Harrison. It’s interesting to look at the history of the band and afterwards from Harrison’s point of view. For example, I didn’t know that by ‘66 George didn’t really rate the Beatles much at all compared to Dylan and Motown stuff of the time. And the whole Sgt. Pepper thing was a bit absurd to him, perhaps even a bit of a chore. It’s well written and thorough.

Very readable account of ‘the quiet beatle’ and a much underrated guitarist. George was quite a deep thinking character and the book clearly illustrates this. Although he was stifled by the song writing talents of Lennon and McCartney - as time passed his latent song writing talent eventually emerged.