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George
Americana / Pop / Soul

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Philadelphia PA/Los Angeles, California
United States

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Last Login:  12/27/2009
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Member Since9/26/2005
Band Websitewww.georgestanford.com
Band Membersgeorgie porgie, puddin, pie
InfluencesPaul Simon, Bob Marley, Tom Petty, Cannonball Adderly, The Band, John Lennon, Hank Williams, Lee Morgan, Manu Chao, Sly and the Family Stone, Bjork, Randy Newman, Thriller. Dave Chappelle, Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding to Outkast, Beatles to Buddy Guy, and everything in between. Ray Charles, George Jones, Smokey Robinson, Merle Haggard, Fleetwood Mac, The Roots. Microphones, and recording studios. I love old r&b and country records. Elvis, Shuggie Otis, and Frank Sinatra. Sam Cooke, Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly. The Sopranos, The Godfather, Deadwood. The music that rock and roll evolved from. Sounds like a good party, no? This list goes for days. Some early musical memories: hearing mom and dad sing old country songs in harmony, getting teased by an older brother for singing along to Aretha Franklin's "You make me feel like a Natural Woman, imitating Elvis, and freaking out at the Dire Straits' "I want my Mtv" video. First rock concert was Tom Petty at the spectrum, which would forever warp his impressionable young mind.








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Record LabelGBones Music
Type of LabelIndie


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   About George
George Stanford made his way to the front of the band through the brass section, where he played trombone in every type of band he could as a kid. Trombone proved to be a dangerous 'gateway' instrument, leading him to the bass, guitar, keyboards, and anything else that would make noise. These instruments led him to discover his love for singing, and the beautiful puzzle of songwriting. He studied the trombone at University of the Arts in his native Philadelphia for a year, where he formed the rock group Townhall. Realizing the academic lifestyle wasn't for him, he left school to set out on the road with his band. After touring, recording, and starving for over five years, the group decided to go their separate ways in early 2006. With the demons of rock and roll calling his name louder than ever, and a new understanding of his own musical voice, George left his home, family, and job at the laundromat for the bright lights of Los Angeles, to record a batch of new tunes. Within weeks of getting to the big city, he signed a recording contract with Epic Records. After a little shake up in early 2007, George moved to Mercury Records and became the first artist on the revived classic label. His debut record, 'Big Drop' was released in June 2008. Billboard magazine called it "a promising debut from a serious talent." He has since rejoined the ranks of independent musicians, and lives in Hollywood, CA, recording and producing his and other artists' music.
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Dec 18 2009 6:40 PM

It's been far too long since I've heard you play.
Colette

Matos Nancy



Dec 8 2009 2:53 AM

Good morning,

Thank you for add.

Have a great week ahead!

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Loren’Co

Loren’Co



Dec 8 2009 2:53 AM

Hello from France.
Thank you for adding.
Musically,

Friends of Loren'co

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Jim Salamone

Jim Salamone



Dec 2 2009 3:14 PM

Pleasure to meet you here.
Best wishes from Bucks County, PA.

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James

James



Nov 30 2009 7:19 PM

You do amazing work!
vicci

vicci valenti



Nov 29 2009 12:40 AM

desperately trying to get into your sold out show tonight!!!!!
Why do you have to be so great that your shows are always sold out!!!!
Have a great night!!
Nicole

Nicole Tinsley



Nov 25 2009 5:24 PM

Have a good day,my friend
Sexxy-Mariah^_^

Mariah Garcia



Nov 15 2009 3:36 AM

Thank you for the add!!!
BLUE

BLUE



Nov 15 2009 3:36 AM

You are a true professional. Welcome aboard BLUE’s train!!
Supreme

Supreme



Oct 23 2009 3:13 PM

Holla At Ya boy Im just Showing Love. Supreme !!!!!!
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Oct 23 2009 3:13 PM

THANKS FOR THE FRIENDSHIP !
3rDegr33

3rDegr33



Oct 23 2009 3:12 PM

The optimist sees the glass 1/2 full; Pessimist, 1/2 empty; Realist, twice as large as it needs to be... Have a blessed existence. -3rDegr33
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Samuel Rice



Oct 23 2009 3:12 PM

oh how i miss you being on tour.
the good ol days...
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Kosta Lois



Oct 14 2009 11:44 PM

thanxx for the add!
Digital Geek

Digital Geek



Sep 29 2009 3:23 AM

Hello George

Big Up : )

i Definly Like your Music

Keep Up !
Digital Geek

Digital Geek



Sep 24 2009 8:49 PM

Hello George

Big Up : )

i Like your Music

Keep On !
Tamara Johnson

Tamara Johnson



Sep 24 2009 1:05 AM

Thank you for the add!!!
Jun

Jun



Sep 20 2009 3:23 PM

Hey, George! Thanks for adding! How are things going?
Grant Fitz

Grant Fitz



Sep 15 2009 5:57 AM

Natural girls are the best man... ;)
Dark & Stormy

Dark & Stormy



Sep 8 2009 8:34 PM

Hey man how was Hotel Cafe?!? Sorry I missed it, I'll see you soon.

"Meet Me in LA" is a gorgeous song. Heard it on MBE and came here.

peace -
Pete
Mark

Mark



Sep 7 2009 8:00 PM

your songs bring me happiness at all times of the day. Sincerely,
Truth & Salvage Co.

Truth & Salvage Co.



Aug 28 2009 8:41 PM

Hey George could you tell all your beautiful friends from Philly about our grand show at the khyber this Sunday aug 30th like ten! Thanks buddy. Truth
3rDegr33

3rDegr33



Aug 28 2009 12:34 AM

Whattup George, Keep keepin it real. Miss ya buddy and I'll try to catch one of your shows soon. Peace
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