
Tune in to The Beatles Channel all week long starting February 24 as we celebrate George Harrison’s birthday.
Exclusive programming includes Guest DJ sets hosted by Beck, Billy Idol, Steve Perry, Mike Campbell, and Slim Jim Phantom; a “Living in the Material World” roundtable featuring Klaus Voormann, Jim Keltner, Mike Campbell, Jim James, and Paul Hicks; a guitar-themed roundtable with Ben Harper, Steve Lukather, Joe Bonamassa, Nancy Wilson, and Warren Haynes; and an episode of “Dark Horse Radio” with special guest Olivia Harrison.
See the full broadcast schedule below, and stream available episodes on the SiriusXM app anytime.
George Harrison Birthday Week Programming
Guest DJs
Beck, Billy Idol, Steve Perry, Mike Campbell, and Slim Jim Phantom (The Stray Cats) pick some of their favorite George Harrison songs in honor of his birthday.
Broadcast Schedule
Slim Jim Phantom | Monday, February 24 | 4pm ET |
Slim Jim Phantom | Tuesday, February 25 | 7am ET |
Beck | Tuesday, February 25 | 2pm ET |
Billy Idol | Tuesday, February 25 | 9pm ET |
Mike Campbell | Wednesday, February 26 | 1pm ET |
Steve Perry | Thursday, February 27 | 1pm ET |
Mike Campbell | Friday, February 28 | 11am ET |
Billy Idol | Friday, February 28 | 1pm ET |
Slim Jim Phantom | Saturday, March 1 | 11am ET |
Steve Perry | Saturday, March 1 | 3pm ET |
Beck | Saturday, March 1 | 7pm ET |
Steve Perry | Sunday, March 2 | 6am ET |
Mike Campbell | Sunday, March 2 | 8am ET |
Billy Idol | Sunday, March 2 | 12pm ET |
Beck | Wednesday, March 5 | 12am ET |
Living in the Material World Roundtable
Host David Fricke welcomes an esteemed panel of guests to celebrate the 50th Anniversary box set of George Harrison’s “Living in the Material World” album, including Klaus Voormann (bass guitar) and Jim Keltner (drums), who played on the original album, Beatles fans and musicians Mike Campbell (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) and Jim James (My Morning Jacket), as well as Paul Hicks, who remixed the new release.
Broadcast Schedule
Sunday, March 2 | 6pm ET |
George Harrison Guitar Roundtable
Guitar greats pay tribute to George Harrison for his birthday. Hosted by David Fricke, the roundtable features Ben Harper, Steve Lukather (Toto, Ringo Starr’s All Starr Band), Joe Bonamassa, Nancy Wilson (Heart), and Warren Haynes (The Allman Brothers Band, Gov’t Mule).
Broadcast Schedule
Saturday, March 1 | 7am ET |
Dark Horse Radio
Laura Cantrell sits down with Olivia Harrison to celebrate the release of the 50th Anniversary edition of George’s “Living in the Material World” album.
Broadcast Schedule
Thursday, February 27 | 3pm ET |
Saturday, March 1 | 11pm ET |
Sunday, March 2 | 4pm ET |
Wednesday, March 5 | 7am ET |
Across The Universe
Dennis Elsas examines John’s relationship with his Beatles bandmate George Harrison in honor of George’s birthday.
Broadcast Schedule
Tuesday, February 25 | 4pm ET |
Thursday, February 27 | 11pm ET |
Saturday, March 1 | 1pm ET |
Fab Fourum
Dennis Elsas, Bill Flanagan, Tom Frangione, and David Fricke want to hear your George Harrison stories and favorite songs in honor of his birthday.
Broadcast Schedule
Wednesday, February 26 | 9pm ET |
Way Beyond Compare
Join Beatles expert Tom Frangione, exploring Fab Four alternate takes, live performances, and versions of Beatles recordings that you’ve never heard before. This week, it’s all George Harrison rarities in celebration of his birthday.
Broadcast Schedule
Monday, February 24 | 2pm ET |
Tuesday, February 25 | 11pm ET |
Friday, February 28 | 4pm ET |
Sunday, March 2 | 10am ET |
Chris Carter George Harrison Special
“Breakfast With The Beatles” host Chris Carter pays tribute to George Harrison for his birthday.
Broadcast Schedule
Tuesday, February 25 | 8am ET |
8 Songs A Week…Times Two!
Each week, listeners vote for their favorites from a themed list of Beatles songs. This week, an expanded all-George Harrison version in celebration of his birthday, hosted by Meg Griffin.
Broadcast Schedule
Friday, February 28 | 2pm ET |
Saturday, March 1 | 10am ET |
Sunday, March 2 | 3pm ET |
Monday, March 3 | 1pm ET |
From Me To You with Peter Asher
In honor of George Harrison’s birthday, Peter Asher plays Beatles songs that George sang lead vocals on.
Broadcast Schedule
Thursday, February 27 | 9pm ET |
Tuesday, March 4 | 1pm ET |
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 George Harrison leading The Beatles in honor of his birthday.
Broadcast Schedule
Monday, February 24 | 11pm ET |
Friday, February 28 | 12am ET |
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