As Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story prepares to hit cinemas this weekend, George Perris has unveiled his stunning rendition of its classic song “Somewhere” and PopWrapped are delighted to premiere its live performance video to the world.
The video/performance comes from his upcoming third PBS concert special “George Perris: A Sunset in Greece”which will air December 15th. Both the video for the release and the special were shot at the Temple of Aphaea, which dates back 2,500 years and getting to use such an historic location for a shoot means Perris has a place in the history books – as the first artist to ever perform at an ancient Greek temple.
“Somewhere” has been a staple of George’s live sets for over a decade, and he’s always regarded the piece as an ode of sorts to forgiveness – after such a trying couple of years for us all, it serves as a reminder that we should and need to forgive each other more, and unite to face our troubles and dark times. While many musical fans and those who have seen the original film will already be familiar with the song, George’s rendition, which showcases his stunning vocal talents, re-works it beautifully, giving it a new, fresh feel and allowing it, and by association the musical and film, to be introduced to a whole new generation.
This new release also gives a taste of what fans can expect from Perris’ new album, which drops next year. It’s a collection of songs that offer those who hear it an insight into the many songs that have shaped George both as a person and as an artist over the years, from him starting out to becoming the global phenomenon and the most widely renowned Greek singer around today.
As well as being a highly regarded performer, Perris is also a keen advocate of and for the arts and someone passionate about humanitarianism. His upcoming special and new album are both sponsored by the Horatio Alger Association, a nonprofit educational organization that grants scholarships to students facing adversity.
Check out the video for “Somewhere” above and for more information on George Perris, visit his website, give his page a like on Facebook or follow him on Instagram.
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