Rising local artist releases new music ahead of Halloween

Georgia Johnson, a rising indie singer/songwriter, releases her new single ‘Ghost Song’ days before Halloween.

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‘Ghost Song’ is Georgia's third single and is based on the themes of anxiety. Her previous two releases, Sunflowers (Still Grow in Darkness) & The Moon, had a successful reaction from her audience.

Georgia said: “Ghost song is about anxiety, so imagine a little ghost in your brain… I wanted to give it a metaphorical meaning. I wrote it in quite a dark time of my life, but I didn’t want it to be just another sad girl anthem, I wanted to do something different.”

The idea of a metaphorical ghost came around this time last year when Georgia was at work drawing ghosts on a drawing board with chalk. A conversation with her manager came along about Georgia writing new music, but being unable to figure out the lyrics which is when her manager suggested the idea of a Ghost.

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The musician is from Belle Vale, Liverpool and describes the area to be a place where everyone knows each other.

She said: “I didn’t fit in. At times it could be very stereotypical. I grew up in school wanting something different. Growing up in Belle Vale made me realise I’m destined for other places, but I love it there, I’m still there now and I’ll probably be there till I die.”

‘Ghost Song’ has a more punkier sound than Georgias’ usual style, she describes the song as having vibes similar to artists like Two Door Cinema Club and Wet Leg. She began the process of creating the song with upbeat chords which she didn’t know what to do with, she felt it had to be upbeat which caused problems for the Scouse artist as she says that faster tracks don’t come naturally.

The artist said: “It was an emotional journey, I've had the song in the works for a year and I knew it was going to be a Halloween song, I’ve just been waiting to release it.”

Creating and performing music are two aspects of the industry Georgia adores, but writing holds a special place in her heart. During the summer, the songwriter experienced writer's block but headline and support performances gave her the motivation to write again.

Georgia records her music with her producer, Joe Sage, and they have developed a strong musical connection. They have been testing different ways to record songs and used Trapdoor Studios in Edge Lane which she described to be an interesting place and experience.

The Scouse singer said: “My producer, Joe, reminds me to write and record for myself and to enjoy every moment and whatever else comes along is a bonus. I’m happy in my little waitressing job with my music on the side, which is where my passion is at."

"Joe can put into words what I can’t.”

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Georgia had a headline show last Friday in the Nordic church, which was completely different to anything she's ever done before.

She said: "It’s a stripped-back set and it's more orchestral, and I’ve rearranged the songs for string instruments.”

The rising star has done support performances outside of Merseyside this year covering Manchester and Leeds. She plans to do more support gigs outside of Liverpool and continue to get her music out to the public as much as possible.

Georgia dreams that one day she could play her music in the West Side of America as her recent visit to Vegas opened her eyes to different music and audiences.

She said: “I can see myself staying in Liverpool, but I feel there’s so much more. Especially after coming back from Vegas, there is a lot going off in the world. I tell myself that there is so much out there and you can never conquer the world, but you can try your best.”

Georgia has a handful of support gigs coming up over the finale of the year, you can find more information on her Instagram - www.instagram.com/georgia.johnsonn/

Written by Kayleigh Cantrell