George Harrison w/ Carl Perkins - Your True Love (Live in Passaic, 1985)

Carl Perkins w/ George Harrison - "Your True Love" (Live in Passaic, 1985) Watch two absolute guitar legends ignite the stage! The "King of Rockabilly," Carl Perkins, performs a blistering live version of his classic "Your True Love," joined by very special guest George Harrison. Recorded live on October 21, 1985, during the legendary Blue Suede Shoes: A Rockabilly Session at the historic Capitol Theatre in Passaic, NJ. This iconic television special was a celebration of Carl Perkins’ profound influence on rock music. This performance of "Your True Love" captures the magic of Perkins reuniting with George Harrison, showcasing the deep musical bond that defined the 1960s British Invasion’s rockabilly roots. The All-Star Lineup: 🎤 🎸 Carl Perkins: Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar 🎤 🎸 George Harrison: Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar 🎤 🎸 Dave Edmunds: Guitar, Backing Vocals 🎸 John Illsley: Bass Guitar (from Dire Straits) 🥁 Ringo Starr: Drums 🥁 Jim Keltner: Drums 🎹 Jools Holland: Piano The Session & "Your True Love" Facts: The Tribute: Blue Suede Shoes: A Rockabilly Session was a star-studded special filmed for Cinemax, featuring George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton, Dave Edmunds, Roseanne Cash, and Slim Jim Phantom paying tribute to Perkins. The Beatles Connection: This performance was a historic reunion, marking the first time George Harrison and Ringo Starr had performed together publicly since the Concert for Bangladesh in 1971. The Beatles famously covered Perkins' "Honey Don't," "Matchbox," and "Everybody’s Trying to Be My Baby." The Song: Perkins wrote "Your True Love" for Sun Records, released in 1957. This performance highlights the pioneering chicken-pickin' guitar style that influenced Harrison’s early work. The Venue: The Capitol Theatre in Passaic, NJ, was a famous concert hall known for its high-quality concert filmings, capturing countless legendary performances in the 1970s and 80s.

Added 20 Sept 2026