George

Headless Chickens

About George

"George" is a single by New Zealand rock band Headless Chickens released in 1994. Charting as a double A-side with the Eskimos in Egypt Mix of their 1991 single "Cruise Control", it reached number-one in their native New Zealand for four weeks in 1994 and 1995 and received a Gold certification from RIANZ (now Recorded Music NZ). Despite its success, it did not reach the top 50 on either year-end chart. In 1997 the song was released in Australia, where it reached number 67 on the ARIA Singles Chart.  


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Headless Chickens

The Headless Chickens were a New Zealand band. Going against the grain of the Dunedin sound that dominated the Flying Nun Records roster at the time, the Headless Chickens made extensive use of electronic instruments (or in their own words, "abused technology"[citation needed]) in their music. more »

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Release Information
"George" is a popular song by the New Zealand band, Headless Chickens. It was released in 1991 as part of their second studio album, "Body Blow."
Chart Performance
The song was a major success in the music charts within New Zealand, helping the band to achieve mainstream recognition within their home country.
Music Video
The music video for "George" has been praised for its engaging and outlandish visuals, providing an apt representation of the eclectic nature of Headless Chickens' music.
Writing and Production
Like most of Headless Chickens' music, "George" was written and produced by the band members. The song is characterized by its distinctive blend of electronic music and rock elements.
Band's Line-up
The line-up of the band during the release of "George" consisted of Chris Matthews, Michael Lawry, Bevan Sweeney, and Fiona McDonald. McDonald's vocals are featured prominently in the song.
Lyrics Content
Lyrically, "George" delves into themes of frustration, confusion, and resolution – a reflection of Headless Chickens' alternative rock ethos.
Critical Acclaim
The song received positive reviews from music critics, with emphasis on its catchy rhythm, inventive production, and Fiona McDonald's captivating vocal performance.
Cultural Impact
Over time, "George" has become one of Headless Chickens' most popular songs and is considered a classic in New Zealand's indie music scene.
Influence
The success of "George" and the album "Body Blow" contributed to the rise of electronica-infused rock in the New Zealand music industry during the early-90s.
Awards
The band's second studio album, "Body Blow", from which "George" was taken, won the New Zealand Music Award for Album of the year in 1992.

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