George Montrelle's Journey
George Montrelle is a Detroit musician known for blending pop accessibility with the depth of soul and R & B. His influences span generations and genres such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Allen Stone, Hiatus Kaiyote, Fall Out Boy, and Paramore. He weaves these inspirations into an unmistakable sound that feels modern yet grounded in tradition.
The art of musical storytelling
Each performance is a journey through emotion and experience. George builds his music like a painter creates art - with intention, passion, and raw authenticity.
Early Beginnings
Music has been part of George’s story since childhood. He started playing trumpet at age nine, later picking up baritone, guitar, and bass. By high school, he was performing around metro Detroit, covering songs from Metallica to Wolfmother and learning to fuse rock energy with soulful melody.
Finding His Sound
George earned an associate degree from Oakland Community College, then enrolled at the Detroit Institute of Music Education (DIME) in 2016 to sharpen his songwriting and performance skills. At DIME, he embraced experimentation and discovered his balance of pop hooks and emotional honesty.
Taking the Stage
Over the years, George has performed at some of Detroit’s most respected venues, including the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Concert of Colors at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Willis Show Bar, and The Underground at DIME. His debut EP, Love Unfolding, celebrates growth, gratitude, and creative purpose. It is an invitation to feel, reflect, and move.
The George Montrelle Band
The George Montrelle Band captures the spirit of classic soul and R & B. Drawing inspiration from the grooves of the 1970s and 1980s, the group recreates that golden-era energy with a modern polish. From silky ballads to foot-stomping funk, the band channels warmth, charisma, and connection that make every performance unforgettable.
George Montrelle
When you hire George Montrelle, you get more than a setlist. You get an atmosphere. His solo performances combine expressive vocals with skilled guitar work, covering pop, soul, and R & B hits from multiple decades. He brings his own professional sound equipment and adapts to each space, making him an ideal choice for weddings, restaurants, corporate gatherings, and private events.
Book George for Your Event
Looking for live music that brings people together? George Montrelle offers solo performances and full-band shows tailored to your event’s energy. Weddings, festivals and intimate private parties, every performance is delivered with soul and professionalism.