Early Takes: Volume 1, a posthumous George Harrison compilation album, was released on 1 May 2012.

The album collects 10 demos and outtakes originally featured in the Martin Scorsese documentary George Harrison: Living In The Material World, and first issued as a bonus CD with the UK DVD release in 2011.

Overview

The release showcases early and alternate recordings spanning Harrison’s solo career, including material associated with All Things Must Pass and later sessions. The collection includes a version of Bob Dylan’s Mama You’ve Been On My Mind and an early take of Woman, Don’t You Cry For Me.

Track highlights

• Demos from All Things Must Pass sessions
• Mama You’ve Been On My Mind (Bob Dylan cover)
• Early version of Woman, Don’t You Cry For Me
• Previously unreleased studio outtakes

Commercial performance

The album reached No. 66 in the UK Albums Chart, No. 20 on the US Billboard 200, and No. 51 in Canada.

FAQ

What is Early Takes Volume 1?

A posthumous George Harrison compilation featuring demos and outtakes from various solo sessions.

Where did the recordings originally appear?

Most tracks first appeared in the documentary George Harrison: Living In The Material World and its companion CD.

How did the album perform commercially?

It charted in the UK, US, and Canada, reaching the top 100 in all three territories.