‘The Eighth Note’ is 8 quick Questions with Wellington Musicians.

A chance for us to catch up with people & see what they’re up to, or introduce you to a new musician/band and their music.

Today’s guest is Electronic Soul singer George Young, who has just released his debut EP.

Who are you? Tell us a bit about your music:
My name is George Young and I sing and play over soulful beats that I create.

What have you been working on lately? Any new tracks or albums on the way?
I have just released my first EP ‘Aside’. Currently working on the next EP.

Where is the best place people can follow you & find your music?
Spotify. For some reason, I’m the easiest to find George Young on there. Also iTunes.

What were the 3 most influential albums to you growing up?
Neil Young-Harvest
Gorillaz-Self Titled
Rage Against The Machine-Self Titled

Which other Wellington musician (s) would you most like to work with?
Mara TK. Hollie Smith. Devin Abrams. Warren Maxwell. Fly my Pretties.

What ’s your favourite Wellington venue to play in?
Super tough question. They’re all great. We need more.

In your songwriting or composing (or the band ’s songwriting) how do the compositions and songs take shape?
It starts small and somewhere random. Sometimes I find the crux of the song first and work around it. Sometimes it’s a jam and it just flows. It’s always been different and unexpected. That’s what I love about writing!

Where/when is your next gig?
Either at the a gig raising money for Kaibosh, an amazing charity. Or I’m playing at the Lombard lane launch. I’m just confirming dates atm.