Everyone who knew of George Harrison knew he was a true Scouser who never forgot his roots

Council leader Mike Storey

Harrison's My Sweet Lord hit the top spot in January, 21 years after it first went to number one.

It was released after his death in November in Los Angeles, where he lost his battle against cancer aged 58.

Council leader Mike Storey will unveil the new disc on Friday.

He said: "George was one of the most influential figures in the music industry over the last 40 years.

The Beatles had 17 UK number one singles

"Everyone who knew of George Harrison knew he was a true Scouser who never forgot his roots. He was a great ambassador for the city.

"I'm delighted that this disc is here in time for the memorial concert, and what would have been George's 59th birthday."

Chart success

It was the 55th number one record by someone from the city.

The first was Lita Roza who hit the top spot with How Much is that Doggie in the Window in 1953.

The Beatles dominate the tribute wall with 17 discs and other artists featured include Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Cilla Black and Sonia.

Tickets for Harrison's tribute concert on Sunday sold out within hours.

Money raised will be donated to Macmillan Cancer Relief and other cancer charities, with artists appearing free of charge.

The charity said it was overjoyed at news of the ticket sales.

The event is being jointly organised by Liverpool City Council, BBC Radio Merseyside, the Liverpool Daily Post and Echo, Macmillan, Radio City, and The Cavern Club.