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Award-winning artist Georgia Lines has released her brand new infectious and hook-laden single 'Monopoly', following her breakout performances at this year's SXSW, the release of her EP 'Falling', and winning AMA 'Breakthrough Artist of 2022'.
'Monopoly' encapsulates the iconic vibe of 80s/90s pop; an infectious bass line, punchy drum hits and a captivating groove. In her signature style, Georgia has infused her latest track with impeccable harmonies and a soulful flair, showcasing her exceptional vocal range and control.
She explains,
“Sonically the track fits into a world where Prince meets Haim, layered with MJ stacked vocals. My favourite combination!”
The new single was written and recorded with Jussi Ilmari Karvinen (better known as Jussifer) - a Finnish-American producer, songwriter and musician who has worked with Kelly Clarkson, Demi Lovato, Ellie Goulding, Bebe Rexha and more. Created on a recent writing trip to LA, the single explores a childhood experience of Georgia’s; one which translates to universal themes of life and loss.
She says,
“I wrote ‘Monopoly’ about a vivid memory I have as a young child (around eight years old), camping in NZ and playing a game of Monopoly with my family. As it often happens in life… things were going really well; I was winning in the game, buying all my property, collecting my money… feeling really stoked with myself. All of a sudden things changed and I lost everything. I went on to have a full meltdown, not coping with the fact that I had lost. Safe to say, this was the last time I played Monopoly. When we first thought about making the video, we just wanted something simple and fun to match the energy of the song. We were first thinking of just a visualizer, but once we started filming, we got caught up in the excitement and ended up creating a full-blown music video. We loved how it turned out, with all the bright colours and dance party vibes, and it perfectly captures the fun-loving spirit of the track."
Georgia Lines is an independent singer / songwriter from New Zealand who has captured the hearts of her fanbase, the attention of the music industry, and the interest of local and international music media. Hitting all the right notes are her powerful vocals, her 80s & 90s-inspired, R&B-sprinkled pop tracks, and her engaging live performances - which have varied from glamourous gowns to fun spontaneous crowd-surfing.
In just a short time, Georgia has become one of Aotearoa’s most exciting new talents with her creativity, and the hype that surrounds her. Her ability to write authentic lyrics that weave effortlessly through well-crafted, catchy melodies, has contributed to her growing reputation as an accomplished songwriter and vocalist. She has amassed more than 2 million streams across her platforms, and collaborated with a cast of well-known international writers, producers, and musicians.
'Monopoly' is out now.
Listen HERE
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