Featured Tune: "Be Here Now" from Lauren Passarelli

A Spiritual Glow-Up: Lauren Passarelli Breathes New Life Into a Harrison Classic

Lauren Passarelli’s rendition of Be Here Now isn’t just a cover, it’s a reverent reimagining, a lush spiritual soundscape that glows with love, gratitude, and sonic precision. Originally penned by George Harrison in 1973, this version arrives decades later, yet feels timeless in its intent and execution. Passarelli, clearly a lifelong devotee of Harrison’s music, takes the reins with grace, artistry, and an unmistakable sense of purpose.

From the very first note, there’s a stillness, a grounded energy that invites you to slow down and listen. Kate Chadbourne’s gentle piano and Mike Bishop’s grounding bass provide the perfect foundation, but it’s Passarelli’s touch that elevates the track. Her slide guitar work is beautifully expressive, layered like sunlight through stained glass. The added textures, swarmandal, tanpura, and midi-driven string, are tastefully woven in, giving the song a rich, meditative atmosphere without overwhelming it.

But what makes this version truly sing is the personal imprint Lauren leaves on every element. She doesn’t just interpret the song, she lives in it, honoring the spirit of George Harrison while letting her own voice rise, quite literally, in ethereal vocal layers that feel both intimate and expansive.

If Harrison’s original was an invitation to presence, Passarelli’s is a full-hearted arrival. This is music as devotion. Music as memory. Music as now.