Dhani Harrison
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| Name | Dhani Harrison |
| Birth date | 1978-08-01 |
| Birth place | London |
| Occupation | Musician, composer, producer |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Associated acts | The Beatles, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney |
Dhani Harrison Dhani Harrison is an English musician, composer and record producer known for his work as a guitarist, songwriter and film-scoring composer. He emerged from a family with deep roots in popular music and has collaborated with a wide range of artists in rock, electronic and soundtrack contexts. Harrison’s career spans studio albums, film and television scores, archival projects related to legacy artists, and production work across genres.
Early life and family
Born in London to a family prominent in 20th-century popular music, Harrison is the son of George Harrison and Olivia Harrison. He grew up with connections to figures associated with The Beatles, Apple Corps, George Martin and the broader British rock scene including Eric Clapton and Jeff Lynne. His childhood involved interaction with artists from Liverpool and the British Invasion era, and he spent time in locations tied to his family’s history such as Friar Park and contexts involving EMI and Abbey Road Studios. Harrison’s upbringing also intersected with cultural institutions like Royal Albert Hall events and moments linked to the Concert for Bangladesh legacy.
Music career
Harrison’s early public musical activities included session and touring work with artists connected to the legacy of George Harrison and peers from the 1970s rock and 1980s pop scenes. He contributed to projects involving members of The Beatles era circles including Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr-associated musicians and collaborators from ELO such as Jeff Lynne. His band affiliations and studio contributions placed him within networks tied to Apple Records alumni, UK rock festivals and international touring circuits that often overlapped with acts like Oasis, Blur and contemporary rock outfits. Harrison’s guitar work and songwriting drew attention in outlets covering Coachella, Glastonbury Festival-adjacent lineups and studio releases that referenced the production approaches of figures like George Martin and Phil Spector.
Solo work and collaborations
As a solo artist and collaborator, Harrison released albums and singles featuring production and guest appearances by artists linked to Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr session musicians and modern producers from NME-associated scenes. He formed groups and partnerships that worked with electronic and rock figures, bringing together contributors from labels and collectives such as Island Records, Capitol Records and ATO Records. Collaborative credits include studio sessions with members of Radiohead-adjacent producers, mixing engineers tied to Abbey Road Studios and songwriting exchanges with artists appearing at events like South by Southwest and Montreux Jazz Festival.
Film and television work
Harrison expanded into scoring for film and television, composing for projects that screened at festivals including Sundance Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival and independent circuits associated with BAFTA and SAG-AFTRA talent. His soundtrack work involved collaborations with directors and producers who have worked with figures from Hollywood studios and BBC drama productions. These scoring activities connected him to motion picture post-production facilities and supervisors who previously collaborated on soundtracks for films associated with Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. and boutique distributors showcased at venues like Cannes Film Festival and Venice Film Festival.
Production, composition and technical projects
In addition to performing, Harrison has been involved in restoration, production and archival projects related to legacy catalogues connected to The Beatles era and George Harrison releases. He has worked with audio engineers and mastering professionals from Abbey Road Studios, producers from EMI archives and technicians specializing in analog-to-digital transfer and remastering workflows used for reissues by labels such as Parlophone and Apple Records. Harrison’s technical collaborations extend to modular synthesis and modern digital audio workstations popularized by producers in Kraftwerk-influenced electronic music and studio designers who consult for museums and institutions preserving popular music heritage.
Personal life and philanthropy
Harrison’s personal life includes engagement with charitable and heritage organizations linked to his family’s philanthropic legacy, working with foundations and trusts associated with music education, cultural preservation and causes connected to artists’ estates. He has participated in benefit concerts, events hosted by institutions such as The Prince's Trust and initiatives partnered with arts organizations including Royal Academy of Music outreach programs. Harrison’s public activities have also involved collaboration with museums, legal teams overseeing artist estates and cultural heritage bodies that intersect with music industry practices and legacy artist stewardship.
Category:English musicians Category:Living people Category:1978 births