Show Recap: Elle Winston x Hypnocraft Presents

This week has been quite a ride! Monday we had the pleasure of playing the Manhattan Inn in Williamsburg - along with the amazing Maitri and Alarke - as part of the Hypnocraft Presents series. 

We played new tunes from the forthcoming album... check out "BIRD" below! 

Huge thanks to Rachael Pazdan and the whole Manhattan Inn team for taking such great care of us. Granville Mullings Jr. (drums), Alex Smith (bass) and Todd Martino (keys) - you are amazing and it is always a privilege to play with you. 

All shots and video by Naheem Salaam of Elevtrtrax. 

Wednesday we played another Sofar Sounds NYC show, which was so intimate and moving. S/o to their whole team for having us back and giving us so much love. 

Catch me next on MAY 7, 2016 at the Apollo Music Cafe in Harlem, supporting the fantastic Melodie Nicholson.

#ellewinstonlive

Show Recap: Elle Winston x Billboard Lounge

Spread LOVE, THAT'S THE BROOKLYN WAY

Chauffeured rides in black SUV's, a private dressing room with flowers, pictures on the Jumbotron and my music playing in a packed arena at an NBA game - not my typical show to say the least! Ha! My band and I had the very sincere privileged of performing in the Billboard Lounge at Barclays Center this week. What an experience! 

We played our music, our way, to a packed house of friends, family, co-workers and strangers alike. I could not have been more proud of us as a team and of the performance we gave. We played with heart and most importantly, just HAD FUN! 

As always, the thanks you's...

Barclays Center Programming Team & Arena Staff - thank you for this opportunity and your incredible support! 

Billboard Online - thank you for the generous and poignant review of our show! Click the image below to read the article. 

Melissa & Friends -  thank you for your unwavering belief in me and your incredible ability to always show up. Means everything! 

Da Band - can't say enough about your professionalism, talents, humor, support, energy, etc. I could go on and on. Thanks for putting in the time!

Brooklyn Circus x Leon Bridges - Thanks for collaborating on this amazing "I AM R and B" shirt, that I co-opted for my band members! Lol 

#ELLEWINSTONLIVE

 

Weekend Recap: Tiny Couches & Tiny Desks

This weekend was a busy one, but so much fun! I got to hang with my friends, create some cool visuals and just overall enjoy music and life. 

SATURDAY

Kicked off Saturday with a photo shoot for R. Legacy magazine. Lead by the incomparable Kedrick Walker, their team has been working tirelessly creating The Artist Issue, which will be their first in physical print. I've followed their magazine for a long time now and it's an honor to be a part of their growth. Big ups to them and check out their last issue here. 

SUNDAY

Sunday, was a whirlwind! Whew... I woke up and ran into Manhattan to rent a camera and microphone, as Missy and I were embarking on our first video collaboration! Our new year goal was to be as DIY as we could possibly be in 2016 and this year's NPR Tiny Desk Contest was a great excuse for us to kick that off.  

Before we shot the Tiny Desk Contest video, we spent the afternoon playing around with props and lightening and took a little break to record a cover from our tiny couch! Sang a new joint by Jojo called When Love Hurts... it's the jam! Lol 

Later that evening the guys rolled through and we shot an original song, which we'll be submitting to NPR for consideration! As soon as that video is up on YouTube, I'll definitely let you guys know! 

With the help of Missy & Jeary Sylves, myself and the band (Granville, Julian & Alex) had a blast jamming in the living room in front of....yes, our tiny desk! 

ICYM my last year's submission, check it out here... Wish us luck this YEAR! 

MONDAY

Monday was MLK Jr. day and I spent my morning drinking tea and reflecting on the life and last impact of Dr. King. Democracy Now aired a newly discovered speech, which I listened to and was so moved, as I always am, by his skill, his intelligence and his candor. 

My afternoon was spent watching Food Network at my bff's place and talking about lack of diversity in Hollywood! Raging about inequality constitutes our bonding time! Lol 

All in all, it was a full weekend and it felt great to devote all of my energy toward the things I care about and the people who make my life so full. 

Til next time - 

elle

NYC & ME - SEVEN Show Announcement

Well well well... 2016 is shaping up to be something extraordinary! I'm proud to announce that I've got 7 shows ahead, starting next week and running through the early summer! Despite being a little overwhelmed at that prospect, I'm dumb excited! Ha! For my people here in NY, Brooklyn, Jersey, Philly, maybe even DC - you are officially on notice! Come show up and show out with me at one or all of these stops... good times shall be had!

1.12.16
Legion Bar
7pm
This show is part of the DOPE Showcase created by Bedford Box Office and presented by Wax Poetics. 

1.25.16
XY Atelier Contemporary Art Gallery
A Modalew Perspective
6pm
Celebrating the brilliance and born day of Modalew founder David Lewis. 

2.28.16
Sofar Sounds NYC
So excited to be a featured performer for this global music series. This is an invite only event and the location is secret, so if you want a shot at getting tickets, sign-up HERE .....Shhhh

3.5.16
C'mon Everybody
8pm
Hitting the stage with a killer line-up of some of my favorite NY bands including Madam West and Jeary Sylves. 

3.22.16
Billboard Lounge at Barclays Center
10pm (post Brooklyn Nets game)
As what will be perhaps my biggest show to-date, I'll be featured as an emerging artist in the Billboard Lounge at Barclays Center! (We're working on some game ticket and performance giveaways, so stay tuned for more details on this one!)

5.7.16
Apollo Music Cafe
7pm
First time playing as an opener at Apollo Music Cafe. I love performing in Harlem and can't wait to be back! 

5.27.16
Summer on the Hudson/Freshen Up Fridays Series
West Harlem Piers Park
7pm
May is the month of Harlem! Back uptown for an outdoor all-ages show on the pier. Happy to be partnering once again with New York City Parks. Always an honor! 

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