Recognized for her vibrant, creative flair, Canadian Alternative Pop sensation Elena Erin crafts a striking fusion of Alternative, Electronic, and Dance influences, underscored by her emotionally resonant storytelling. Her breakout single, “Build A Ship,” soared to #2 on the CBC Top 20, propelling her onto the international stage and inviting over four million streams across her repertoire Elena Erin’s music has been on SiriusXM, across Canadian radio, and on blogs and podcasts around the globe. Likened to trailblazers such as Billie Eilish, Halsey, Gwen Stefani, and Cyndi Lauper, Elena Erin masterfully intertwines her sharp, introspective lyrics with intricately designed melodies. From a small town in northern British Columbia to a prominent figure in the UK music scene, the Berklee College of Music graduate captivates audiences at every turn with her avant-garde musical approach. Turning her cinematic life story into universally relatable anthems, Elena Erin’s music masterfully covers contemplative themes of loneliness, growth, and not everything being as it seems. As she prepares for the release of her third studio album, “Roaring 20s”, set to drop in early 2025, Elena Erin is sharing “What Are You Doing Here?”, a captivating and reflective piano ballad that explores the difficult beliefs of unworthiness and being an outsider, questioning the people who remain by her side.
Name:
Elena Erin
Genre:
Pop/Singer-Songwriter
Founded:
2016
# of Albums:
2
Latest Album:
Roaring 20’s (coming out in March!)
Latest Single:
What are you doing here?
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Miranda Lambert
Favourite musician now:
Shakka
Guilty pleasure song:
Unwritten – Natasha Beddingfield
Live show ritual:
So much water beforehand and deeeep deep breathing
Favourite local musician:
Maddie Jay
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Early bird (so not musician of me, I know)
Road or studio?
Studio!
Any shows or albums coming up?
My new album, Roaring 20’s
Where can we follow you?
Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Asa Sushi Japanese
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Any of the downtown streets because I love walking through hustling and bustling energy
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Stanley Park around the sea wall – my aunt used to take me there as a kid all the time
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
Orpheum for how elaborate it is. It fits my Gatsby “Roaring 20s” album vibe
What is your favourite music store in your city?
I always find myself in a Long & McQuade
