What was the title of George Harrison's 1976 album, named after his age at the time?

The title of George Harrison’s 1976 album was Thirty Three & 1/3, a reference to his age at the time of recording. It also plays on the standard playing speed of a vinyl LP: 33⅓ revolutions per minute.

Released in November 1976, the album was Harrison’s seventh solo studio album and his first release for his own Dark Horse Records label after his Apple-era contract ended. Its title is therefore both a personal joke and a piece of vinyl terminology.

The album followed a difficult period for Harrison. He became ill with hepatitis during the recording sessions, while the legal dispute over “My Sweet Lord” was still affecting him. Nevertheless, the record had an upbeat, polished sound and included the singles “This Song” and “Crackerbox Palace.”

A common mix-up is to treat 33⅓ as only a record speed. Harrison’s title deliberately combines that technical meaning with his age, making both parts essential to the wordplay.