After a five-year hiatus from recording, during which time he worked with his film production company, George Harrision returned to the studio in 1987 and cut the Jeff Lynne-produced CLOUD NINE. Harrison and Lynne made for a perfect match, as this album proved to be a comeback for the reclusive ex-Beatle. Joined by an all-star band that included Eric Clapton, Elton John, and Ringo Starr, Harrison put together a collection that includes sitar-tinged reminiscences of his former musical life ("When We Were Fab"), slinky psychedelia (the title track), and an obscure R&B tune that Harrison took to the top of the charts ("Got My Mind Set on You"). Although Harrison used the twangy irresistibility of "Devil's Radio" to take a swipe at gossip, he contrasted it with the bright-eyed optimism of "This Is Love." After deciding not to tour, George Harrison joined Jeff Lynne, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, and Roy Orbison in the Traveling Wilburys the following year.
Recorded in England. Includes liner notes by George Harrison.
1987 Remastered + 2 Bonus Tracks.
Personnel: George Harrison (guitar, keyboards); Jeff Lynne (guitar, keyboards); Eric Clapton (guitar); Bobby Kok (cello); Jim Horn (tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone); Elton John, Gary Wright (piano); Ray Cooper (drums, percussion); Jim Keltner, Ringo Starr (drums).
Recording information: F.P.S.H.O.T., England.
Photographer: Gered Mankowitz.
Personnel: George Harrison (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Jeff Lynne (guitar, keyboards, bass); Eric Clapton (guitar); Bobby Kok (cello); Jim Horn (tenor & baritone saxophone); Elton John, Gary Wright (piano); Ray Cooper (drums, percussion); Ringo Starr, Jim Keltner (drums).
Rolling Stone (3/4/04, p.68) - 4 stars out of 5 - "[A] late-career masterwork..." Uncut (4/04, p.118) - 4 stars out of 5 - "[F]abulous..." Mojo (Publisher) (4/04, p.120) - 4 stars out of 5 - "[E]ndowed with undeniable charm."
A perfect combination! the soft style of Jeff Lynne and the superb George Harrison made a perfect combination. The cd sounds great and it`s very nice to hear. Submitted by paulosrnogueira (Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 3 of 3 found this helpful.
THZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ! IT WAS AWESOME I WANT TO BUY LIKE,8 MILLION COPYS OF IT. WITH IT I FINALLY CONVINCED MY 205th WIFE TO BUY A SUROUND SOUND STEREO SYSTEM!! I GOT 50 OF THEM TO GIVE AS CHRISTMAS PRESENTS!! I LOVE THAT CD!!!!!!!!!!!!! Submitted by ladysman (UCLA, Beats, USC Every Time) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
The Best Late 80s Former Beatle's Album Without question Cloud Nine could have used less Jeff Lynne influence. However these recording sessions brought the Traveling Wilburys together. Lynne corrupts a few tracks but is less evident on Just For Today, Cloud 9 and Someplace Else. Clapton, Sir Elton, Ringo and the rest make for a solid backing team on this classically over produced late 80s CD (At least Phil Collins is absent). Listen at least twice before giving up on it and avoid comparing this with his early stuff...It's not the same kinda thing. (This was my first CD) Submitted by Craig P. (New York, NY, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 4 found this helpful.
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