As I prepare to lose myself in a Dream Theater show soon, George Marios’s “Somewhere to Be” landed in my headphones, and it feels like the perfect prelude. It’s intimate, atmospheric and emotionally potent, a grounded counterpoint to my prog-metal anticipation.
In George’s own words “Somewhere to Be” is my emotional reckoning with the grip of social media addiction—an issue that consumed years of my life, often at the expense of meaningful moments with those closest to me. Written in early 2021 during his personal battle, it’s the story of “a man whose mind has been hollowed by ceaseless noise…unable to be in the moment.”
Musically, George blends the atmospheric vastness of Sigur Rós, the eerie sonic textures of Pink Floyd, and bursts of anthemic, guitar-driven emotion. The result is sonic storytelling—reflective and sweeping.
The haunting video, shot at Wilding Wood Studios in Sussex, feels like a half‑remembered dream. Grace Parry stars as “Yeenaeka” in a forest set bursting with abstract, Pagan mystery visually echoing The Witch and Tolkien‑esque mythic aura.
This single is both a self‑portrait and a release: “a reflection and an attempt to break free, a search for authenticity amid the noise.” It balances haunting introspection with emotionally charged rock—exactly the kind of music that pulls you out of autopilot and makes you feel your own heartbeat.
“Somewhere to Be” speaks to a universal exhaustion with digital distraction yet offers hope through its search for presence. The track is fragile, honest, and powerfully cinematic. As I count down to Dream Theater’s epic set, George reminds me why emotional clarity in music matters most.
A deeply felt, reflective anthem; essential listening for anyone navigating the noise of modern life.
Official Website: https://www.georgemarios.co.uk/
