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Beware of Darkness (song) Vol. 2". Eric Clapton performed "Beware of Darkness" at the George Harrison tribute concert Concert for George in 2002. Author Ian Inglis stated that Clapton's performance "captures the thoughtful intent of the original". Joe Cocker covered "Beware of Darkness" for his 2007 album "Hymn for My Soul". In 2010 American singer Laura Martin recorded a version on her album "Songs for the Fall". The Hardin Burns, an American duo consisting of guitarist Andrew Hardin and ex-Burns Sister Jeannie Burns, released a rendition of "Beware of Darkness" on their 2012 album "Lounge". Beware of Darkness (song) "Beware of Darkness" is a