The Man Who Made the Acid Smiley Famous

Published: 22 September 2023
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VICE speaks to prolific acid house flier designer George Georgiou, who, among other achievements, popularised the yellow smiley face that became the unofficial mascot of raving. Creating work for Raw, Sin, Special Branch, Shoom, and more, Georgiou reflects on the 80s clubbing scene, the early days of ecstasy, and the police and media’s attempts to shut down the party.

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