Celebrate George Harrison’s Birthday with a Week of Specials on The Beatles Channel

Don’t miss Guest DJ sets from Finn Wolfhard, Beck, Billy Idol, Steve Perry, Ann Wilson, and more.

February 24, 2026

Tune in to The Beatles Channel all week long starting February 23 as we celebrate George Harrison’s birthday.

Exclusive programming includes Guest DJ sets hosted by Finn Wolfhard, Beck, Billy Idol, Steve Perry, Angel Olsen, Ann Wilson, and more; 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

Celebrity George Harrison fans share stories and play some of their favorites by George in honor of his birthday.

Broadcast Schedule

Finn Wolfhard: Actor/Musician

Monday, February 23 at 10pm ET

Thursday, February 26 at 7am ET

Sunday, March 1 at 2pm ET

 

Beck: Singer-Songwriter

Monday, February 23 at 4pm ET

Thursday, February 26 at midnight ET

 

Billy Idol: Singer-Songwriter

Tuesday, February 24 at 11am ET

Saturday, February 28 at 9pm ET

 

Steve Perry: Singer-Songwriter from Journey

Tuesday, February 24 at 9pm ET

Sunday, March 1 at noon ET

 

Fred Armisen: Actor/Comedian

Wednesday, February 25 at 1pm ET

Sunday, March 1 at 11pm ET

 

Ann Wilson: Singer-Songwriter from Heart

Thursday, February 26 at 1pm ET

Saturday, February 28 at 6am ET

 

Angel Olsen: Singer-Songwriter

Wednesday, February 25 at midnight ET

Saturday, February 28 at 11am 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

Sunday, March 1 7am ET

George’s Jukebox with Mike Campbell

Hear some of George’s favorites as Mike Campbell from Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers gives you an exclusive peek into George Harrison’s personal Jukebox.

Tuesday, February 24 2pm ET
Friday, February 27 7am ET

Dark Horse Radio

A weekly show hosted by Laura Cantrell. Dedicated to the music that George Harrison wrote, produced, sang, and loved. Features songs by George and by others. Covers of his songs, songs he covered. Rarely heard material. All things George. This week 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 26 3pm ET
Saturday, February 28 11pm ET
Wednesday, March 4 7am ET

Across The Universe

A weekly show dedicated to the life and music of John Lennon. This week Dennis Elsas examines John’s relationship with his Beatles bandmate George Harrison in honor of George’s Birthday.

Broadcast Schedule

Tuesday, February 24 4pm ET
Thursday, February 26 11pm ET
Saturday, February 28 1pm ET

Fab Fourum

Dennis Elsas, Bill Flanagan, and Tom Frangione want to hear your George Harrison stories and favorite songs in honor of his Birthday!

Broadcast Schedule

Wednesday, February 25 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 rarities in celebration of his birthday!

Broadcast Schedule

Monday, February 23 2pm ET
Tuesday, February 24 11pm ET
Friday, February 27 4pm ET
Sunday, March 1 10am ET

George Harrison Birthday Special with Chris Carter

Beatles Channel host Chris Carter pays tribute to George Harrison for his Birthday.

Broadcast Schedule

Wednesday, 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! It’s 8 Songs A Week…Times Two! Hosted by Meg Griffin.

Broadcast Schedule

Friday, February 27 2pm ET
Saturday, February 28 10am ET
Sunday, March 1 3pm ET
Monday, March 2 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 26 9pm ET
Saturday, February 28 5pm ET
Sunday, March 1 8am ET
Tuesday, March 3 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 23 11pm ET
Friday, February 27 midnight ET
Saturday, February 28 7pm ET
Sunday, March 1 6am ET


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