Iconic Albums - George Harrison - Extra Texture (Read All About It)

Iconic Albums - George Harrison: Extra Texture (Read All About It)
By Richard Ward

A Beatle bruised. A voice worn thin. A soul in search of light.

In Iconic Albums - George Harrison: Extra Texture (Read All About It), author Richard Ward offers the definitive exploration of one of Harrison's most misunderstood records-an album born of exhaustion, reflection, and quiet courage. Released in 1975, Extra Texture marked the end of George's Apple Records era and the emotional fallout from a turbulent period in his personal and professional life.

This in-depth book goes far beyond track-by-track analysis. It uncovers the deeper themes of spiritual fatigue, self-deprecating humor, and soulful reinvention that define this subdued masterpiece. Discover the context behind the album's creation, the meaning buried within its lyrics, the influence of American soul and R&B, and why George never performed its songs live.

Including 35 detailed chapters, you'll explore:

• The emotional aftermath of the Dark Horse tour and how it shaped Extra Texture

• The album's subtle spiritual undercurrents-quiet faith amidst disillusionment

• George's ironic artwork and dry wit hidden in plain sight

• Soulful production choices and session musician contributions

• How Extra Texture compares to contemporaneous albums by Dylan, Lennon, and Clapton

• A critical reassessment: was this Harrison's most honest record?

With fresh insight and a balanced perspective, Richard Ward repositions Extra Texture not as a low point, but as a necessary moment of stillness-a pause between spiritual proclamation and creative rebirth. For fans of George Harrison, The Beatles, and 1970s rock history, this book offers a moving tribute to an album that finally gets the recognition it deserves.