George Alice on playing Flinders Open DayS & new music
Homegrown star George Alice is playing Flinders Open Days in a free, open-air concert to celebrate the new City Campus on August 11.
The award-winning songstress has made waves in the music world ever since taking out the title of Triple J Unearthed High champion with the release of her runaway single ‘Circles’. She’s since gone on to dominate the industry with her alt-pop sensibilities, attracting a fan base that includes Sir Elton John. Here’s what George has to say about her exclusive, upcoming set at Flinders Open Days…
You’re playing Flinders Open Days this week – what should people expect from your set?
I think this set feels like a collection of all my music – the newer, the older and a little unreleased. I’m not [someone who] dives around on the stage, but I feel like the songs I play and the way we perform a lot.
How would you describe your Flinders Open Days set?
Fun and playful yet gentle!
What sets a hometown show apart from interstate gigs?
If anything, I just get more nervous! Adelaide is small, and chances are a lot of people I know are watching – I get shy!
What’s one song in your set that really gets the crowd going?
‘Circles’ – probably because it was the song that started things for me, especially in Adelaide. It really felt like the whole community here was so happy for me that they really got behind that song, no matter what, just to show support.
We had our first taste of new music from you last year with ‘Healed’. We’re hoping it’s a sign of more to come – what’s in the works for you musically right now?
I’ve been taking time to perfect what it is I exactly want to do and sound like. I think the end of that is near – I hope to share with you very soon!
‘Healed’ also ushered in a fresh sound, with more of a drum and bass direction on the track. Where did this influence come from? Can we expect to hear more of this in your new music?
‘Healed’ was originally a very synth-driven pop song, and in my head, I just heard a drum and bass reference. PinkPantheress was huge in my listening rotation at the time, and it seemed to work out. I think there’s definitely a bunch of fresh flavours in the newer stuff.
We love that you’ve remained Adelaide-based. Why do you think this is the city for you to make music?
I’ve always loved Adelaide! I think the creative industry we have here is completely underrated and overshadowed by other cities. For me, I find it more inspiring to be surrounded by the people on the ground here trying to make things happen. Plus, my family and friends are here!
What you need to know about the new Flinders Uni campus
Flinders Uni opened the doors to its eight-level city campus in February this year, marking an exciting new chapter in the tertiary institution’s storied history. Now, students can start to carve out the beginning of their career with the more than 100 undergraduate, postgraduate and honours programs on offer at the CBD location. Based in the heart of the city, the state-of-the-art, student-centred building aims to be a beacon for collaboration and world-class education.
Head to Flinders Open Days on August 11 to learn more about the study options available at the new City Campus. Find out more here
