George Montague - 'have you met George' - more than 2.3 million unique views on YouTube...
Have you met George - Debut album from George Montague – released 23.4.12 Fast becoming a global phenomenon thanks to YouTube
The 21 year old unsigned original singer songwriter musician released his first album, ‘have you met George’ in April 2012 after videos of his singles achieved massive viewing figures. Distributed by all the major online suppliers, downloads are mounting up despite not having record company backing.
With 11 original tracks, ‘have you met George’ was recorded live on the floor at Rockfield Studios. Produced by World renown music producer Matt Butler who put together a team of highly experienced musicians to accompany the vibrant melodies all written and performed by George. His music is an eclectic array of genres combined into a unique sound - energetic rock, pop, soul and blues, underpinned with vintage R&B, funk and jazz.
Matt Butler said: "George Montague is a wonderful discovery. He has a collection of songs to leap out of your radio and a fruitcake style you can't ignore on your TV. And what a band! George and his players are brilliantly entertaining, be warned..."
Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6 Music: "Daft, charming and original" - White Cavalry video and song.
Sam Lee, Fresh on the Net: " It’s easy to see Montague filling the well-polished shoes of Jamie Cullum et al with his infectious, Radio 2-friendly big band sound." - Blood Ties
No Crowd Surfing Music Blogger: "Song of the Week - The Smoke . Great name, great song. Proof jazz can ROCK"
George playing the piano, bass, ukulele and guitar, has enthralled audiences with this music across all age ranges and globally thanks to YouTube. Each audience appears to be instantly captivated by George, accounting for his worldwide popularity from London to LA.
The videos that accompany his songs are an authentic insight into George’s personality and the tremendous enthusiasm he has for his art.
Now reaching 2 million views on YouTube George has built a steady following nationally and internationally as well as playing gigs throughout the South West over the past eighteen months.
George’s approach to his music is one of complete dedication characterised by great energy and a genuine sense of joy, together with his true passion for playing live.
Several tracks from the album are on BBC Radio Playlists and have been played on Independent Radio stations, as well as featuring on BBC News. A documentary about George is currently in production.
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'You have a voice like an angel..I like the Jazzy type but full of heart voice' *** 'what did you say?!!!!!!!! u like this song?!!! oh no ..no..i beg to disagree..its not like ..its love! u love this song!!!' *** 'if you don't like this song, you don't know what real music it is. .' *** 'Ive been watchin it for five times,why can't i like it for 5 times?!' *** 'for this song?! dislike button doesn't exists!' *** 'I love watchin someone who knows how to play piano..George Montague really turning me on!' *** 'George I like what you are doing and I wish this year will be great for yah' *** 'BIG FAN!!!' *** 'AAAAAAAAAAAiiiiii really want to meet him in person! his really handsome! dream..dream..dreamin of it!' *** 'the melody combined with the? lyricsis quite romantic' *** 'This song is genius, listen close..............? you hear that?, thats called real music' *** 'you can really feel the emotions he felt in this song!' *** 'I hope George Montague sees how many lives he touches with his music' *** 'his song is best describe as: simple yet elegant!' *** 'Always up lifts my soul and state of mind great song!' *** 'downloading this song is what's in my "MIND!" right now!' *** 'George Montague - Mind". . Absolutely music!' *** 'I can't stop listening to this song. So cool!' *** 'I wasnt fascinated by the song lyrics whats keepin me interested in watchin at this video.. is how george expresses up the emotions on what the song implies this song is stuck in my head. . beautiful song. .!' *** 'i really like all the George Montagues music... too much awsome! ..' *** 'wow.. the intro of the video is freakin sexy. . !' *** 'to many young ones these days don't know what real music is,.. but this will be one of the example to share with young ones. . .' *** 'for me! the most awaited part of this track is the last part..which is quite he's so damn funny!' *** 'this is a song that brings a good feeling!' *** 'I don't care what people talk about me because I'm playing this song.. Almost 10 times a day. . .' *** 'is there any videos that "George Montague - Mind in live'??.. Can't find it. .' *** 'an applause for the song writer.. this song has indeed good thoughts!' *** 'who is George Montague??? I've just listened to his song. … and I fell so awesome. .!' *** 'This song made for eternity' *** 'this is so cool! no more to say. . . .ahehehe' *** 'this song actually it touches my soul and this will be one of the greatest tracks from George' *** 'This song makes your life even more wonderful' *** 'this is totally relaxing song' *** 'George Montague - Mind . . .really nice music...!' *** 'To wake up with this song and then having a coffee . . ., this will be a good start of the day. . ' *** 'this song will never get old. . and fits in all ages..' *** 'I fell the magic of this song. . :)' *** 'all I can say is he has a great voice' *** 'i love George Montague, he got so much good music . . .' *** 'woooh. I've finally found the one of my friends's favorite singer. . "George Montague.'!!' *** 'one of the best songs of all times? of all music styles now. .!' *** 'wow! . . I will try to sing this song in acoustic version. . Ahehehehe' *** 'my favorite song of all time!' *** 'this is the greatest thing I've ever heard in my life' *** 'This is real music and a beautiful created song!' *** 'And this is what you call MUSIC! ..' *** 'as i hear this song.. i feel chill' *** 'I thought you are a Hollywood actor.. Nice piano George' *** Found something lovely, 'Mind', in this not so pretty world *** True talent *** Found a beautiful song from exceptional talent - enjoy & share - for once, something quite lovely.. *** 'You could spend your entire life looking for a perfect song. Or you could just go on youtube and type in George Montague - Mind'
'I'm a huge fan already. You guys should also check out other songs by this amazing performer, sexy brass fills! that guitarist is awesome too.i totally dig the whole ensemble' *** 'I've got a lot of listening-to-George-Montague to do' *** 'George is a truly great and genuine artist' *** 'The guy playing the guitar went crazy on 2:55. Cool' *** 'I am so lovin' these upbeat songs of yours. and yeah, you've got a hot voice going on there' *** 'George's great vocals + Brass fills + Splendiferous guitar solo + Insanity = SUBLIME MUSIC!' *** 'OMG. George, you've got the hottest voice!' *** 'GEORGE , LOVE THIS SONG !!!! ITS TIGHT AND SEEMS TO ME TO BE BRIM FULL OF COOL!! TRY AND KEEP GROUNDED , STRAP YOURSELF IN.... ITS ONE HELL OF A RIDE TICKET YOU`VE GOT THERE!!!!' *** 'Let's get it on…move it ..move it…ahuh..fantastic song George!!!' *** 'Funky Master!! Ahahaha..what a name!! You deserve it , what do you think dude???' *** 'go go go George…we are here to support you and your music..' *** 'You can beat them with all your original fantastic songs…' *** 'Its so cool..with a touch of jazz, rnb , whatever..like your style.. XDD' *** 'A very good musician of your time…love your songs…' *** 'Thumbs up for being nice and down with us (YOUR FANS)' *** 'Whooah..when will be your live concert? Looking forward to that dude!' *** 'I can really feel your music…' *** 'Hi, I also know how to play the piano..I am writing songs too..and you inspire me with your songs…' *** 'This is just another extra ordinary performance George..keep on moving!!' *** 'You have a unique sound and choice of lyrics…an amazing talent…' *** 'I love the way you are George…so original…nice song!!' *** 'A great performer…you can sing different kinds of music…you have the talent!!' *** 'What a multi-talented young artist!!! I salute you… :)' *** 'Fresh..cool and super good…inspiring music dude!' *** 'You captured my heart George…a total performer…' *** 'what a live performance while recording! So lively and energetic hahaha' *** 'You're unstoppable!! Name any kind of song and you have it? Oh my… :)' *** 'More songs like this George…you wow me, really!' *** 'Found in your eyes? Wow..superb lyrics dude' *** 'This is absolutely amazing! I'm so glad I found your music, it's brilliant :') totally going to show this to my friends, please keep up the insane work dude, this is just flawless Oxo<3' *** 'Keep uploading more songs George and I just cant stop from watching you' *** 'Surely I'm not alone in thinking this is funking amazing!!!'
'You put your own spin on Jazz music, I love it! Can't wait to hear you live!' *** 'That's a great YouTube count for George Montague in 5 days! Love the song by the way it's great :)' *** 'There are 3 tracks on George's album that I know you're gonna love - he's not all about jazz you know :)' *** 'Such a brilliant artist!' *** 'You're an amazing singer, of what I heard yesterday on telly :)' *** 'Hamish: I liiiiikey. :-) LOVE the blues/jazz sounds you have goin' on. Makes me miss my New Orleans. :)' *** 'George Montague is really going places' *** 'I highly suggest all of you follow George Montague. His music is incredible, you won't want to miss out on him, seriously' *** 'This lad is going places' *** 'Thoroughly enjoying listening to George Montague at The Daffodil great to hear it live... it's fab, loving it' *** 'You are going places, dude. Best of luck to you!' *** 'I flipping hope this chap is playing the Cheltenham Jazz Festival. If not get ...Jamie Cullum to sort it!' *** 'Thank you for a wonderful evening. Most enjoyable :-D' *** 'Delighted to be 'followed' by the extremely talented George Montague this man is going to be a BIG star!' *** 'Just watched your BBC appearance! Well done and well deserved, congrats George!' *** 'Way to go George on BBC Points West with Knibbsey, as heard on BBC Gloucester with Claire Carter Whoo hoo' *** 'George you're on my local news! Well done you!!' *** 'George I just seen you on the BBC news, wow, you seem such an amazing singer!!!! :D xxxx' *** 'Check out talented musician George Montague on the BBC - he'll be featured soon in PyxisMag! (USA)' *** 'Looking forward to Nibley Festival already and seeing George Montague live :)' *** 'Wow - over half a million viewers on YouTube' *** 'Go on George - you're the man' *** 'Just saw you on BBC Points West, loving your music!' *** 'Love this, if you don't already you should FOLLOW GEORGE #gonnabehuge' *** 'Good luck to George Montague and the guys tonight. Have a good one at Mr Wolfs, Bristol. If you haven't heard them, they are awesome :)' *** 'What a performance from George Montague and his wicked notsobigband. Many songs stuck in my head... personally I #blameHamish' *** 'Well this #notsobigfan was blown away. What a performance from George Montague - well done!! Can't wait for the album now :)' *** 'Really looking forward to seeing George Montague on Monday night at The Fleece in Bristol - can't wait to hear what he has been working on!' *** 'LOVING George Montague at The Daffodil tonight! Really rocking Jazz Night!' *** 'Fantastic night at Urban Wood, Bristol - George Montague providing late night jazz!' *** 'Fantastic day ended on a high note (quite literally sometimes!) with George Montague at Marlowe's Bar in Bristol. Awesome!' *** 'Just listened to George Montague on Claire Carter's show on Saturday - and now I have The Smoke in my head #blameHamish' *** Amazing! George Montague! *** Glos Guildhall & George Montague hope you see this - Well done for Nibley Festival - when are you next at The Daffodil *** Nibley Festival - George Montague & Renishaw stagers gonna be part of one of fastest selling festivals! *** Whoo hoo looking forward to George Montague #Nibley *** Fab to see George Montague going from strength to strength! :) *** Nibley Festival - Got my tickets! #George Montague *** #thoughtoftheday George Montague is a legend *** Good to see Nibley Festival taking a lead from the Stroud Fringe in booking George Montague - great last year on our stage! *** Wen I watched u catz in da Spiegeltent in October u said u'd b releasing a CD. Wot news Hombre? *** I just voted for George Montague to play at Wychwood this year make sure you do too *** George Montague and his band are amazing, watched them at the Daffodil last month *** Nibley Festival with exciting George Montague to please the ears *** George Montague Fab tunes :-)) *** Nibley Festival fantastic bands on Renishaw Stage - George Montague talent talent talent!!!! *** Absolutely going online now to book tickets for George Montague - hope it isn't sold out *** How long before George Montague has a Twitter "blue tick" of authenticity? Listen to BBC Glos now! *** Mmmmn cooked breakfast with George Montague & Claire Carter on the radio. Lovely way to start my day :) *** Can't wait to hear the track and see the video! Well done on 1million views too :) x *** George on the radio - Excellent news!!! *** It's great to have some positive news on a Friday morning...! well done! *** That's great news! Many congratulations - & huge good luck. You deserve it.. Jamie Cullum had better look to his laurels.. ! *** George omg I'm so excited for this :') *** George Montague you're worth it :) Congratulations on hitting 1 million YouTube views. Here's to the next million ;) *** That's amazing & so exciting! From what I have seen & heard - totally deserved! Congrats & good luck! *** 1 *million* YouTube views for George Montague. Have you heard this talented Rock jazz funk singersongwriter performer? *** That is fantastic, George, well done, you deserve it and such lovely words for your fans too. Straight from the heart :-)) *** Nice blog - sounds like you have an amazing future.. Good luck to you -big support from Glos. PS: I adore chocolate buttons too! *** 1 Million views on YouTube - that is EPIC!!!
Claire Carter - 'George Montague @BBCGlos VERY exciting news! Looking forward to hearing the track & thank you for allowing me the first play... #honoured :)' *** Just listened to Breakfast Show on BBCiPlayer. Loved George Montague new single 'Hold On' out Monday #WillBeBuyingIt. Have a listen, it's fab! *** BBC Glos - 'Great record George!' *** Cracking voice George! Nice big sound on the track too :) *** Beautiful song *** Hold On is my absolute fav track SO looking forward to hearing it on the radio!!! Most excellent news x *** Big shout out to you Matey! Well done on your 1Million Hits!! Really awesome!!! #HoldOn video! Can't wait to see it up ;) x *** Cheered me up majorly. Mission accomplished
'I like that lots' - Paul Moss BBC Introducing *** 'George Montague, remember the name' - Claire Carter BBC Radio Gloucestershire *** 'To finally see George in the studio is something we've been trying to get for quite a while - and if we're here at the start of something big, then that's good for us and good for G hopefully' - Steve Knibbs BBC News *** 'He's great! Brilliant start to a career' - Madeleine Ware BBC Points West *** 'Something else that's fabulous, MIND by George Montague, I think this is beautiful' - Claire Carter BBC Radio Gloucestershire *** 'Truly honoured to have George Montague play at Burning Pig (festival) making big waves in the music world' - The Greyhound Inn, Siddington *** 'Very few places left to see the amazing talent that is George Montague live with us next Monday (Jazz) night. - Get booking or miss out' - The Daffodil, Cheltenham *** 'It's been a pleasure to book the brilliant George on occasion..more to come we hope. Great news' - BWM Promotions *** 'Lovely and great George Montague must book him for a gig!' - The Prince Albert, Stroud *** 'yes George, feeling your soulful vibes! Good luck' - Hot Buttered Soul, Bristol *** 'Go for it George! Enjoy every second. It just underlines what I knew all along – you are a tremendous talent.' - John and all your mates at Brewery Blues *** 'I hear you've done a Christmas song :)
...That's incredible! Well done you!' - Jess Bracey Stroud FM *** NibleyFestival Breaking news - 'George Montague is playing Nibley - hit those ivories George!!' *** George Montague - you're playing to one fast audience - all tickets sold in under 36hrs #Nibley Festival *** BBC Producer - 'Looking forward to hearing George Montague's new song being played on Claire Carter's show this morn on BBC Glos! What a talent!' *** Glos Blues Club - 'Not Blues but we love the brilliant George Montague' *** Claire Carter - 'George Montague @BBCGlos VERY exciting news! Looking forward to hearing the track & thank you for allowing me the first play... #honoured :)' *** Congratulations to George Montague on achieving 1 million YouTube views; see him on live on the Renishaw Stage at Nibley Festival
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How refreshing in this world of manufactured gubbins to know of an original artist .#Love it George. Just playing Blood Ties & White Cavalry to a pal; she's impresto. *** TOM ROBINSON BBC6 Music: 30,000 VIEWS & no wonder: daft, charming+original - latest vid from George Montague YT *** CLAIRE CARTER BBC Radio Gloucestershire: YT White Cavalry - Love it! *** STEVE KNIBBS BBC News Points West: We like this - White Cavalry & Hurrahs all round. Finally got to see George Montague live tonight. Pretty damn fine gig too! 2 million views - The boy done well *** George - White Cavalry - this song it's Amazing!!! Great Song, Great Rhythm, Great Voice!!! You're so Funny on your videos ;) *** George Montague new video on YT great catchy song and video... makes you giggle *** We like this George Montague yes we do *** Another great track from George Montague - White Cavalry now on Youtube *** George, had to watch White Cavalry video 3 times, laughing so hard the first 2, finally concentrated on the music at the third viewing.. LOVED IT!
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George Montague's album off...what?...iTunes. wooo *** George - looking forward to Brewery Arts in May, will be good to see you and the band live :) Great album btw, downloaded it yesterday! I'm addicted to Shiver! *** George Montague for fabulous music and if you aren't following him - why?! :-) 2 Million hits on YouTube can't be wrong! *** Heard George Montague on Total Star1075 and he was fantastic! *** George Montague sounding very excellent on Total Star1075 *** xx Awesome Sounds *** George Montague Happy Birthday, we are enjoying the debut album! *** Our March 2012 Band to Watch subject George Montague is having a great month - first his album release, now his birthday! Happy Birthday, George! *** Rhiannon F-G Producer: Mind is a lovely song to play on the radio :) *** Jess Bracey Stroud FM: Back on the radio this morning and what a way to kick it off again by having George Montague coming into the studio today *** The Daffodil: George Montague fab sound and great interview George - well done matey. Ginger Beer and cake all round! :-) *** Total Star1075: Morning all! We are getting some great feedback from the George Montague interview with Joe Lemer! *** Listening to George Montague whilst having lunch in Golden Cross Inn waiting for next appointment. It is a good day. *** No better way to start the day - dog walk & listening to George Montague interviewed on Total Star radio - great interview guys :-) *** My pleasure George - it's because your music is great & you are completely original (non manufactured) *** George Montague 's debut album "Have you met George" & can't wait! been following him for ages here & on YouTube he's excellent *** Take the chance to do an article on George Montague asap before he gets too big for Stroud. He's #thenextbigthing! *** Very nice - it will be our album of the week! *** To celebrate St.Georges day I shall be listening to George Montague...! :3 *** George Montague is rather good isnt he? (He's also an absolute HONEY) He releases his 1st album tomorrow - itunes I believe.. *** GeorgeMontague I'm liking your music :) *** George I think Jamie Cullum has to listen to you... Who knows, can you imagine a duet? #OMG #IWannaListenToThat *** George woah woah woah... I was not aware you could play the ukulele! :O x *** Fine Music George Montague *** George Montague - up and coming new artist waiting to take the world by storm *** Totally over excited that George Montague has gone over 2 million views on YouTube *** The future of music is GeorgeMontague.com *** As I have rated both songs on iTunes it's only fair to say I love them both and can't wait for the album :) *** You're sooooo cute George Montague! Please listen to him! *** George I shall persuade my mam to buy me your album ;) *** Jessie J since you're online at the moment check out George Montague the talented singer and musician on YouTube *** Have You Met George, duly ordered. I'm sure one day it will become a Collectors item and generate much excitement... *** Super SHOUT OUT to the awesome Rock Jazz Funk Singer George Montague Most of the time lost in music! *** George tour and come to Norwich please, at least album signings ;) you're amazing haha
hell yeah, I'd love to see you live *** George Montague okay you're really good! And really good looking! :Dx *** George Montague Yeahhh! Great great music and an amazing voice *** George - download dates already in my music library diary. Keep da faith; keep makin music; u catz av a talent amigo *** George - you're all on my iPod ready for holiday, just need the rest of the album now! *** George listened to some of your stuff earlier, you're really good! Hope whatever your dreams are in music come true! :3 *** Wow! Hold On was good :) Greetings from Mexico! xxx *** George Montague, looking forward to seeing your set at Nibley Music Festival!! *** Hey George your music is amazing btw *** Just listened to Smoke, Hold On, Mind & Blood Ties again on YouTube, simply fab! George *** Have purchased HOLD ON by George Montague from iTunes! Love it! X *** George - Congratulations on releasing your track on iTunes.. Everyone buy it.. He is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G xxx *** "I know what you are thinking, but I don't know what you're screaming." George Montague congrats on 'Hold On'... I'm stuck on 'Mind'! Beautiful *** Literally the 5th time I've listened to "Mind" - George Montague I'm a crazed fan!! Just keep dragging it back. So proud and pleased for you x *** This guy is going to go a long way *** Catchy new single, 'Hold On', released today by local musician George Montague - the boy can play, huh?! *** Just bought HOLD ON - single by George Montague on iTunes. It's a great song, Go Listen!!! Well Done G!