George Perris is a multilingual recording and touring pop singer who has carved an unconventional path throughout his career.
Born in Greece to a French mother and Greek father, he went from regional stardom to being the leading international Greek singer of his generation, having performed on some of the world’s greatest stages (Lincoln Center, New York; Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Athens; Place Des Arts, Montreal) and collaborated with internationally acclaimed artists such as Michel Legrand, Placido Domingo, Lara Fabian, Tina Arena and Stephan Moccio.
Throughout his career, he has released albums in Greek, English and French, his most recent Greek album peaking at #3 and staying there for 5 consecutive weeks. His songs have charted in the top 20 positions in more than 40 countries.
George has also released 3 TV Specials on the American network PBS: “Live At Jazz At Lincoln Center”, "The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year! Live!" and “Live At The Acropolis”, which reached audiences of more than 150 million viewers.
He recently made history as the first singer to perform a show on the grounds of an ancient Greek temple. The performance, titled 'A Sunset In Greece,' was filmed at the Temple of Aphaea and began airing on PBS in late 2021 while it was simultaneously used by the Greek National Tourism Organization to promote Greece worldwide.
In its first eight months of broadcast, the show garnered over 110 million viewers in the USA.
In December 2021 he was selected by the Grammy Recording Academy for their “Global Spin” series which showcases some of the world’s most prominent artists.
George holds a special place in his heart for the music of Michel Legrand, with Legrand's compositions being a significant part of his repertoire. Recognized as one of the best interpreters of Legrand's songs, George had the honour of performing on stage with the legendary composer on various occasions, at Legrand's personal invitation.
This deep connection was further highlighted in May 2024, when George participated in the Cannes Film Festival. He was featured in a documentary celebrating Michel Legrand’s life and work, appearing alongside iconic artists such as Barbra Streisand, Sting, and Nana Mouskouri.
He took stage with Placido Domingo once again in July 2024, with the Thessaloniki State Symphony Orchestra at the annual Sani Festival in Greece.
He has recently become a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, appointed by Greek legend Nana Mouskouri, focusing on combatting violence against children.
The artist will release a new album in Greek later in 2024.
Born in Greece to a French mother and Greek father, he went from regional stardom to being the leading international Greek singer of his generation, having performed on some of the world’s greatest stages (Lincoln Center, New York; Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Athens; Place Des Arts, Montreal) and collaborated with internationally acclaimed artists such as Michel Legrand, Placido Domingo, Lara Fabian, Tina Arena and Stephan Moccio.
Throughout his career, he has released albums in Greek, English and French, his most recent Greek album peaking at #3 and staying there for 5 consecutive weeks. His songs have charted in the top 20 positions in more than 40 countries.
George has also released 3 TV Specials on the American network PBS: “Live At Jazz At Lincoln Center”, "The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year! Live!" and “Live At The Acropolis”, which reached audiences of more than 150 million viewers.
He recently made history as the first singer to perform a show on the grounds of an ancient Greek temple. The performance, titled 'A Sunset In Greece,' was filmed at the Temple of Aphaea and began airing on PBS in late 2021 while it was simultaneously used by the Greek National Tourism Organization to promote Greece worldwide.
In its first eight months of broadcast, the show garnered over 110 million viewers in the USA.
In December 2021 he was selected by the Grammy Recording Academy for their “Global Spin” series which showcases some of the world’s most prominent artists.
George holds a special place in his heart for the music of Michel Legrand, with Legrand's compositions being a significant part of his repertoire. Recognized as one of the best interpreters of Legrand's songs, George had the honour of performing on stage with the legendary composer on various occasions, at Legrand's personal invitation.
This deep connection was further highlighted in May 2024, when George participated in the Cannes Film Festival. He was featured in a documentary celebrating Michel Legrand’s life and work, appearing alongside iconic artists such as Barbra Streisand, Sting, and Nana Mouskouri.
He took stage with Placido Domingo once again in July 2024, with the Thessaloniki State Symphony Orchestra at the annual Sani Festival in Greece.
He has recently become a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, appointed by Greek legend Nana Mouskouri, focusing on combatting violence against children.
The artist will release a new album in Greek later in 2024.
SELECTED REVIEWS:
«Il y a un artiste Grec, George Perris, que j’adore! Ce garçon est une bombe!
There’s a Greek artist, George Perris, who I adore! This guy is a bomb!»
Lara Fabian
«Il y a un artiste Grec, George Perris, que j’adore! Ce garçon est une bombe!
There’s a Greek artist, George Perris, who I adore! This guy is a bomb!»
Lara Fabian
«It’s very rare that a star like George Perris comes along. He is strikingly vulnerable and that is his strength.»
Rollacoaster magazine (USA)
«Perris made his performances uniquely his own Grammy.com
Does “Butterfly” still hold up? The answer is a resounding yes, which says a lot about Perris’ interpretive talent.»
Grammy.com
«Greek-French pop star George Perris knows what it takes to have international appeal.»
Medium magazine
«Perris maintains his power with an attractive boundary where he dominates with prestige.»
Americana Highways
«An enchanting musical masterpiece»
Wishtv.com
«Rich, velvet voice, which is smooth as silk»
Digital Journal
«George Perris: A Contemporary Musical Luminary»
Medium Magazine
«George Perris was so effusive in each song and his joy so apparent, I couldn’t help but be affected by it. It made me stop and watch.»
Huffington Post
«…a unique vocal timbre that gives you goose bumps!!…»
Radio Ville Marie (Canada)
«… that vocalist reminds us of Josh Groban, in a French version… and much more interesting!»
7 jours Magazine (Canada)
«A voice of gold. This young man has already performed in a few of the most important venues around the globe; from Paris with Lara Fabian, to St-Petersburg with the St-Petersburg Symphony Orchestra; despite all that, he still remains humble.»
Glamour (Greece)
«George Perris : Here’s what we call an international talent!»
Time Out Athens (Greece)
«Perris is the most important singer of his generation.»
I vradini (Greece)
«George Perris, the Adonis set to conquer the francophones!»
lapresse.ca (Canada)
«Smart pop sex symbol»
Madame Figaro (Greece)
Rollacoaster magazine (USA)
«Perris made his performances uniquely his own Grammy.com
Does “Butterfly” still hold up? The answer is a resounding yes, which says a lot about Perris’ interpretive talent.»
Grammy.com
«Greek-French pop star George Perris knows what it takes to have international appeal.»
Medium magazine
«Perris maintains his power with an attractive boundary where he dominates with prestige.»
Americana Highways
«An enchanting musical masterpiece»
Wishtv.com
«Rich, velvet voice, which is smooth as silk»
Digital Journal
«George Perris: A Contemporary Musical Luminary»
Medium Magazine
«George Perris was so effusive in each song and his joy so apparent, I couldn’t help but be affected by it. It made me stop and watch.»
Huffington Post
«…a unique vocal timbre that gives you goose bumps!!…»
Radio Ville Marie (Canada)
«… that vocalist reminds us of Josh Groban, in a French version… and much more interesting!»
7 jours Magazine (Canada)
«A voice of gold. This young man has already performed in a few of the most important venues around the globe; from Paris with Lara Fabian, to St-Petersburg with the St-Petersburg Symphony Orchestra; despite all that, he still remains humble.»
Glamour (Greece)
«George Perris : Here’s what we call an international talent!»
Time Out Athens (Greece)
«Perris is the most important singer of his generation.»
I vradini (Greece)
«George Perris, the Adonis set to conquer the francophones!»
lapresse.ca (Canada)
«Smart pop sex symbol»
Madame Figaro (Greece)
Official website: www.georgeperris.com
