Signed to the Beatles' Apple label, in 1969, Preston released the album "That's the Way God Planned It", produced by Harrison, the title song from which was a hit single in Britain. His relationship with Harrison continued after the Beatles' break-up in 1970; Preston was the first artist to record Harrison's subsequent international hit "My Sweet Lord", on his 1970 album "Encouraging Words", which Harrison co-produced with him. He appeared on several of Harrison's 1970s solo albums, starting with "All Things Must Pass"; made a notable contribution to the Concert for Bangladesh, the Harrison-organized 1971 charity benefit; performed with the ex-Beatle on his 1974 tour of North America; and played at the 2002 Concert for George tribute, held at London's Royal Albert Hall. Preston also worked on solo releases by Lennon and Ringo Starr.