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Introduction


Geo Aghinea (b. 2001, Romania) is a London-based experimental producer, composer, and vocalist whose musical perspective and identities have formed an unconventional framework, creating distinct auditory experiences through the combination of electronic sounds and ethereal vocals.

Wearing hearing aids from a young age has shaped Geo's perception of sound, which is reflected in their approach to sound design and vocal expression. In their compositions, Geo incorporates bold synthetic sounds to convey their experience as a musician with severe hearing loss.

Having grown up with traditional & microtonal non-western music, they drew their vocal inspiration from their grandmother’s vocal gift. This has led Geo to develop a unique style of singing that is present in their productions.

Simultaneously drawing inspiration from their genderless identity, their aural practice incorporates rich evolving soundscapes that aim to break free from genres, yet maintain a grounded identity through sonic self-craft.
This can be heard in their left-field experimental EP 'I'll Hand You A Hand’ released last year, featuring 5 self-produced and written tracks.


Achievements


Working in the intersection of art and music, Geo has performed both at renowned music venues including LSO St Lukes, Niche - The Baths, Servant Jazz Quarters and Control Club and collaboratively in art galleries such as The Crypt Gallery, Brooke Bennington and Final Hot Desert.
Likewise, Geo’s music has been broadcast on Radio Romania Cultural and Soho Radio, where they were invited to perform and interview with Max Reinhardt. Their most recent commission includes the sound design composition for Pierre Engelhard’s ‘On Hold’ art installation, supported by Ugly Duck.


Notably, Geo is recognised as one of the 2023 Oram Awards winners for innovation in sound, music and related technologies. The Awards are a platform to elevate the work and voices of women & gender non-conforming artists.


This year, Geo was shortlisted for the Sound Of The Year Awards ‘Composed With Sound’ category and featured as one of Mastercard's music trailblazers x The BRIT Awards, as part of the Future Sound of Britain campaign. Furthermore, Geo developed new approaches to their live shows as part of their Summer Studios residency at the Glasshouse International Centre for Music.


Currently, Geo is one of the Roundhouse resident artists of 2024.


My Artist Projects: 
︎︎︎ I’ll Hand You A Hand - EP (5 tracks)


here is me   |    taken by Andrei Musat whilst performing at Control Club