George Houston

Hailing from the depths of rural Ireland, alternative Donegal singer songwriter George Houston was raised on classic folk, pop, and rock from his parents vast collection of cds and vinyl. Always encouraged to listen and play freely with instruments, George developed a natural timeless sound, a voice beyond his years and a songwriting style sprinkled with nostalgia.

Starting his music career in September 2020 with his bold debut single Boo Fucking Hoo, the track had instant local success pushing George to record his debut album Cold Toast at the young age of 19, followed by his second and third studio album, Undesired and Vehicular Suicide. For the prolific songwriter, his albums have cemented his distinctive sound; enchanting vocals, heartfelt lyricism, and whimsical storytelling.

George has grown a large international audience from the viral reaction to his single In Aeternum Vive. It gained attention worldwide, being long listed on the ‘Glastonbury Emerging Artist Competition’, and being played on BBC Radio One by acclaimed artist Declan McKenna. The song also Caught the attention of ‘The Modfather’, Paul Weller.

In September 2024, George had the honour of supporting music legend Paul Weller for 18 sold out shows across North America. They stopped at historic venues made famous by many of George’s musical idols whilst driving across the continent with his father. Having played Festivals and tours in Ireland over the last five years, Houston won hearts across America with nothing but an acoustic guitar, and a voice that captivated thousands.

Along with the success of the tour in North America, George was also invited to record an album at Weller’s famous Black Barn studio after the success of supporting his two sold out shows in Ireland. From the recordings at Black Barn Studio, Donegals finest has birthed a highly anticipated fourth studio album, set to release this June (with a tour tba)…

“has some of the most original and promising sounds out of Ireland at the moment.”

- Hotpress Magazine

“Some crazy, wild, whimsical tracks on this album… I’m expecting big things from George Houston…”

-Declan McKenna, BBC Radio One

“George Houston evokes Bon Iver, Lana Del Rey on debut album Cold Toast”

- Not Bad

"distinctive sound with brooding vocals, airy harmonies and candid lyrics"

-IMRO

“Another star on the rise”

- Donegal News

“Donegal’s rising star”

-Donegal Live

"fantastically original voice"
"a rising star in Irish music"

- Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, RTÉ Folk on One