Watch: what are you doing here? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhzcNQD8INk
Release Date: Friday, January 10 2025
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Listen to Elena Erin's Upcoming Winter 2025 Album, Roaring 20s,
Recognized for her vibrant, creative flair, Canadian Alternative Pop sensation Elena Erin crafts 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. Turn 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.
Elena Erin's striking first single of 2025 will be available on Friday, January 10 2025
"what are you doing here?"
was written by Elena Erin and brought to life by producer and engineer Pablo San Martin (Nile Rodgers). The track was mastered by Alex Psaroudakis, a Grammy, Latin Grammy, and Diamond-certified mastering engineer.
About "what are you doing here?":
A reflective and relatable piano ballad that connects the traumas of childhood to the perspectives in adulthood, “what are you doing here?” simultaneously looks in the mirror while also looking back. Set atop the melodic, at times atmospheric piano - the only instrument in the song, Elena Erin’s latest single is a masterfully poetic, diary-like ballad that envelops listeners in universal revelation. Exploring the feeling of being an outsider, why people stay when the artist is used to everyone leaving, and her white-knuckling grip on the good in her life, Elena Erin’s “what are you doing here?” vulnerably looks to her childhood pain and trauma to help her understand the way she interprets her experiences today. A musical nod to Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For”, Elena Erin’s latest single offers a gentle, delicate melody that envelops the listener in her masterful lyrics and impeccable vocal control. The artful background vocals throughout the song compliment the intensity of the climbing pre-chorus, leading to the impactful focal point of the song. An authentic ballad that leaves listeners with the reminder that understanding the past is the key to understanding one’s present, Elena Erin’s “what are you doing here?” is both a revelation and an invitation to confront the past to realize how it shapes the present.
“‘what are you doing here?’ reflects on my childhood and how it has shaped the person I am today. It explores how my early desire to escape or seek new experiences laid the foundation for where I am now. The song delves into the lasting impact of those experiences, touching on themes like questioning why certain people remain in my life when I’m so used to people leaving, and grappling with deeper self-reflection about why I am the way I am” - Elena Erin
Biography:
Elena Erin, a pop artist originating from a small town in British Columbia near the Alaskan border, has carved her path through New York City and London with her raw and experimentally edged music. Her sound, characterized by a blend of pop, electronic, and folk elements, showcases her versatility as she plays multiple instruments, including piano and guitar. Elena's introspective lyrics are noted by listeners for their authenticity and powerful personal experiences.
Since her first independent releases in 2018, Elena has amassed millions of streams, climbed to #2 on CBC Top 20 with "Build a Ship", landed on major editorial playlists, and released her debut album "Holy Tender Artist" in 2022. She was featured in Milk’s 2022 New York Marathon campaign on billboards throughout New York City, joined the Grammy’s as a voting member in 2023, and is currently releasing music off her upcoming album.
Over the past two years, she has been diligently crafting her new album, "Roaring 20’s"; a captivating concept album set in the revitalized Gatsby-ish 20’s. The album follows the journey of a young girl arriving in New York City, where she swiftly rises to the heights of the social scene and her dreams. However, she soon discovers that the glittering reality is all empty inside, and her search for meaning compels her to deconstruct her entire journey, exploring themes of ambition, love, disillusionment, and resilience.
Elena Erin’s album “Roaring 20s” releases in March 2025, preceded by the release of singles, music videos, as well as live shows in the USA, UK, and Canada.
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