Raised in Vancouver, Haleluya Hailu is a multi-instrumentalist, poet, and activist. Eclectic, energetic, and constantly moving, Hailu manages to turn the awkward transition to adulthood into songs that anyone could lose themselves in. Her debut release, Eternally yours, with Canadian music powerhouse 604 Records, features a vibrant and sparkling collection of alternative-minded tracks that effortlessly straddle emo, punk, and pop.
Name:
Haleluya Hailu
Genre:
Black Girl Indie Sleaze Pop Dock
Founded:
2021
Latest Album:
EP, Eternally, yours
Latest Single:
Manic Pixie Pacifist
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Fall Out Boy
Favourite musician now:
Fall Out Boy
Guilty pleasure song:
No such thing as a guilty pleasure, to be cringe is to be free
Live show ritual:
A cup of lemon ginger tea and a PBR
Favourite local musician:
Kylie V
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Night Owl
Road or studio?
Studio!
Any shows or albums coming up?
Working on finishing my first full-length record.
Where can we follow you?
Website | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | Spotify
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Lunch Lady. Love at first bite for me.
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Burnaby Heights! I grew up nearby. Perfect place to have flashbacks of being an awkward teen.
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Basic but Stanley Park. 9:00 gun, good walk and right downtown.
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
Green auto! Favourite sound and spot
What is your favourite music store in your city?
For records: Beat Street. Favourite selection.
