Album:
Now
Songwriter:
George Harrison
Producer:
Peter Frampton
While this version is outside of the Bang a Gong year range (60s and 70s), the original was released in 1969.
BONUS CLIP BELOW – scroll down for a live performance of While My Guitar Gently Weeps by Eric Clapton and Peter Frampton
Society of Rock:
Written by George Harrison, The Beatles’ iconic While My Guitar Gently Weeps is one of their most often covered songs, and for great reason: it’s a masterpiece. Originally featuring Eric Clapton performing lead guitar duties, this song was covered by Peter Frampton in 2003 for his 12th studio album Now and his unique, almost bluesy spin on the song is absolutely captivating.
Read more: societyofrock.com/peter-frampton-covers-the-beatles-while-my-guitar-gently-weeps/
This song is also on our Spotify playlist Bang a Gong – rockin’ the 60s & 70s
For While My Guitar Gently Weeps by The Beatles and at the Concert for George, click HERE
BONUS CLIP
Eric Clapton and Peter Frampton live at the Crossroads Guitar Festival 2019
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