George Harrison

Paul Simon and George Harrison Perform 'Homeward Bound' on SNL

Saturday Night Live
New York, NY, USA

• By May 6, 1976, when George Harrison performed "Homeward Bound" alongside Paul Simon on "Saturday Night Live," he had recently released his album "Thi... Read Full Description >

  By May 6, 1976, when George Harrison performed "Homeward Bound" alongside Paul Simon on "Saturday Night Live," he had recently released his album "Thirty Three & 1/3" in 1976. This album marked a return to a more pop-oriented sound after his experimental phase in previous works and featured a notable blend of rock and soul influences. The performance itself highlighted Harrison’s ongoing collaborative spirit during this period, as he was emerging from the looming shadow of his tenure with The Beatles while still engaging with significant figures in music. Interestingly, his participation in this live recording indicated his willingness to embrace television as a medium to connect with a broader audience, showcasing his versatility as an artist during a pivotal time in his solo career. This collaboration with Simon also reflected the camaraderie among musicians of that era, further illustrating the interconnected nature of the music scene in the 1970s.