Elissa Franceschi
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Elissa Franceschi

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Elissa Franceschi is a singer songwriter on a mission. If the label won't come to her, she will do it herself. It's working: Her fanbase have funded the recording of her new Ep 'Devoid of Rue' out on June 24th, 15,000 Twitter followers, 1 MILLION Youtube hits, Videos on National TV. No Gimmicks just songs, think The Script meets Adele.

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  • Elissa Live at the Bedford- FULL BAND

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    Bedford Hill, Balham, London
    Sw12 9HD

    DATE:
    20 March 2012
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    00:00:00
    VENUE:
    The Bedford
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  • Elissa Live at the Regal Rooms- Acoustic

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    64 Fulham Palace Road
    W6 9PH

    DATE:
    29 March 2012
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    00:00:00
    VENUE:
    The Regal Rooms
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  • Elissa Live at the Troubadour

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    263-7 Old Brompton Road
    SW5 9JA

    DATE:
    10 April 2012
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    00:00:00
    VENUE:
    The Troubadour
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  • Elissa Live at Floripa London (Band Republic Showcase)

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    91-93 Great Eastern Street, London
    EC2A 3HZ)

    DATE:
    18 April 2012
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    00:00:00
    VENUE:
    Floripa London (Band Republic Showcase)
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  • Elissa live at the Bedroom Bar- Acoustic

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    62 Rivington street
    Ec2a £AY

    DATE:
    14 March 2012
    TIME:
    10:35:38
    VENUE:
    The Bedroom Bar
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  • Elissa live at the Finsbury- Full Band

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    336 Green Lanes, London
    N4 1BY

    DATE:
    18 May 2012
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    00:00:00
    VENUE:
    The fisnbury
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  • New SONGS!!!

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    Earls Curt, London
    SW5 9JA

    DATE:
    18 April 2013
    TIME:
    20:05:00
    VENUE:
    The Troubadour
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  • Emerging Icons Healdine gig

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    Edware Road
    W12 7GF

    DATE:
    13 June 2013
    TIME:
    19:52:00
    VENUE:
    Westfields
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Introduction

Elissa Franceschi is a singer songwriter on a mission. If the label won't come to her, she will do it herself. It's working: Her fanbase have funded the recording of her new Ep 'Devoid of Rue' out on June 24th, 15,000 Twitter followers, 1 MILLION Youtube hits, Videos on National TV. No Gimmicks just songs, think The Script meets Adele.

Bio

Introducing…Elissa Franceschi, a prolific songwriter with a distinctive powerhouse vocal…Named by One Republic’s Ryan Tedder ( ‘Bleeding love’, ‘Halo’ and ‘Apologize’) as one to watch and without the help of Management, Record Labels, Agents or PR- Elissa has built a reputation based on organic, grass roots promotion and haunting live performances. Having previously performed in some of the UK’s most famous venues (Brixton Academy, The Roundhouse, Astoria and Wembley Arena- supporting Paramore and YMA6) Elissa spent the majority of 2012 gigging all over the UK with her live band, and being teamed up with the industry’s hottest songwriting production houses (of Jessie J & Ellie Goulding fame) to co-write for other artists. She was the first artist hand-selected to perform at the Olympics as part of the Emerging Icons search for the UK’s best unsigned talent, Her track ‘Rainbow on fire’ went to Number 14 on the Itunes Singer-Songwriter chart and her single ‘Salt’ was voted Number 1 on the National Student Radio charts. Daniel Powter (‘Bad Day’) thinks she is the next Kate Bush. Absolute Radio predict huge commercial success so what’s next?…Right now in 2013 she is recording and working out a plan of attack for her 4th independent release following 3 successful album releases- ‘Touch’, ‘I Hold My Breath’ and ‘Into the Light’. Taking the DIY approach, she ran a successful Pledge Campaign whereby her FANS themselves will be funding the next record, Pledge hit 120% of it’s target and Elissa in the studio putting the final touches on what she hopes will be game changing songs. You can catch her latest music video for ‘Salt’ on National T.V rotation via BlissTV and Chartshow now, and with over 1 million YouTube hits and a swelling fanbase, Elissa Franceschi is the epitome of her generations DIY approach to the new era music industry. Check out Itunes to purchase tracks from her three albums, 'Touch', 'I hold my breath' and 'Into the Light'. Follow her on Twitter: @Elissa_F

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Q. How did you first get into playing music?

I think it’s fair to say that music was a really natural thing that just sort of happened to me, it then became the way I best expressed myself and also my escape. I have had an affinity with music from a very young age and was in choirs, jazz bands and school productions from about 6. Writing came a little later, about aged 10. Then I started recording my songs when I was 15 at my local youth centre’s studio with these absolute legends Sam, Alex and Jez.

Q. How long have you been performing?

I think my first gig was when I was 15, it was at a Christian Easter camp, I really just went to meet new people and me and a group of young kids sung ‘Nothing is ever perfect’ to the whole camp on the last day, it was awesome.

Q. How would you describe your sound in one sentence?

Gritty, heart-wrenching rock ballads.

Q. What makes your music unique?

Because it’s honest and not afraid to talk about ugly or uncomfortable things yet still retains pop sensibilities and melodic hooks which I think is rare in pop these days.

Q. What inspires you to write songs?

A stirring in my gut, a pang pulled on the heart, an argument had, words you wish you’d said, trying to sing yourself out of a conflict inside. The same reasons any artist writes I suppose, because you have to.

Q. What have been your best and worst gig experiences?

Worst gig was in Newcastle, I had travelled for what let like eternity and played to about 4 people. Best gig was at my old uni to all the new freshers, it felt like in some small way I had found myself full circle and I knew from then on that my songs resonated. that it mattered & that no matter how slow I go, I was on the correct path.

Q. If you had to listen to one album for the rest of your life what would it be?

That’s impossible. Heavier Things by John Mayer, Grace by Jeff Buckley or Songs in A minor Stevie Wonder, oh or Blue Joni Mitchell.

Q. What do you get up to when you’re not making music?

I feel like 90% of what I do is the business of my music, I spend most of my time hustling, sending emails, on the phone, setting up meetings, booking every show, organising every rehearsal and the diaries of 5 other people, commissioning artwork, discussing concepts for music videos, talking ideas through with choreographers, stylists, improving my website, relentless social media engagement with my fan base. Only 10% feels creative. I can’t wait for that paradigm to shift. Outside of music, I love spending time with my family and my friends, movies, cocktails, walking, cooking, dancing, tequila, taking stupidly long baths- ha!

Q. What are your goals at the moment?

To be heard by people that can propel me to the next level and to meet and sing for new audiences and grow the fanbase in an intimate and grass roots fashion. To sign a publishing contract and have songs placed in Grey’s Anatomy. To spend some time observing songwriters and their craft in Nashville. To be a more powerful and technically able singer, to hone my writing craft, to learn more about the business. To travel. To start again.

Q. What have you been working on lately? Any new tracks or gigs lined up?

I’m about to release a new EP ‘Devoid of Rue’ first new material since 2011. I have 2 big EP launches with my live band that we’re relentlessly rehearsing for. I’m playing Underground and Warped tour festivals in the UK in Autumn and hoping to put together a little UK tour September/October time. I’m working with a Global sync agency on some brand placement opportunities, I’m setting up co-write sessions, I’m planning that Nashville trip and re-doing my website: www.elissafranceschi.com

Q. What do you think of Unsigned Band Review?

It’s great, they have been nothing but supportive and have championed me for a while now. They give great opps to musicians and encourage you to really reach out and pursue your fans, which I’m a huge advocate of.

Q. What is the name of the last track that you wrote and what is it about?

I think it was ‘All These Days’, which is the focus track off the EP purely because it’s a massive country pop track and feels so summery. Really it explores the notion of forgiving an old love, and how hard it is to get to that point. But really, after enough time has passed, you look at all the hurt and the anger from their eyes and you just know- they did the best they knew how to, at the time and so did you, so what's the point in dwelling on it. And then, what else is there but to forgive them but more importantly forgive yourself!! I’m so happy with it because it was the song that really helped me get over someone, it's bittersweet in that sense, check it out on Itunes June 24th 2013!

Q. What was the music scene like where you grew up?

For sing songwriters- barren. For rock/punk- huge.. look at my brother. However, I will say that a lot of my friends from school in Surrey have gone on to do fantastic things and really break through, AlunaGeorge, fIN. There's nothing more pleasing and encouraging that seeing someone you studied music with at school and do jazz band with get signed and blow up, makes you feel extremely proud and inspired.

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Reviews of: Salt (3)

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  • Elissa has a lovely voice, I like male/female vocals at end of this track, the track builds nicely too it. In this modern times, twitter followers can certainly get you noticed, but that's also a fan-base willing to pay for your EP's, and pay to see you play, so make the numbers work for you, not just as a calling card to labels.

    Reviewed by
    Andrea Fox
    10 March 2013

  • The lovely and unassuming Elissa Franceschi definitely deserved her number one position in the chart for ‘Salt’ which features an appearance from her famous sibling, Josh. In a creative masterstroke, the You Me At Six frontman provides guest vocals on this song for his sister which just serves to indicate the strength of her own artistry. Big things are sure to follow soon for this young musician whose vocals occasionally remind the listener of Ellie Goulding and ‘Salt’ is a great starting point. An unashamedly catchy and delightful pop ballad, this song is charming yet thought provoking in equal measure.

    Reviewed by
    Strathclyde Fusion
    05 March 2013

  • It's almost 10 months since I last reviewed Elissa and her current offering is a very cultured AOR sound. It's a quality song, arrangement and production. For me the signature sound is not there on this evidence. The best best thing to report is Elissa's voice, framed in this way, sounds great. Emotive and hinting at some wildness. "Salt" builds very nicely indeed and you can imagine it being a US hit given enough promotional budget. I'm impressed with progress but for me Elissa has not yet reached her potential. But for now, well done !

    Reviewed by
    Simon Li
    22 February 2013

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Reviews of: Rainbow On Fire (5)

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  • Stunning! I can imagine being totally captivated watching this girl live... She isn't that far from Ellie Goulding... although, Elissa has a sweet rock swag about her voice which gave me goosey's! Always a winner...

    Reviewed by
    Polly James
    16 October 2012

  • I am blown away by her voice. It's incredible! It really reminds me of Kate Bush, who is one of my favourites - so that to me is like one of the best compliments you can have! Your voice is absolutely beautiful. I love your lyrics, I love your song. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! I have nothing negative to say about it whatsoever. Fantastic track - duet with me!

    Reviewed by
    Daniel Powter
    04 October 2012

  • A few words can sum this talented lady up - Stunning voice. Listening to her 'Rainbow on Fire', you get shivers. Not the cold kind. But the ones that touch your soul and delve deep into your heart, as you connect with the words. Maybe it's because I'm a female so with the words I can relate to, but everyone can, with out a doubt, tell that she has potential to be big. 'Rainbow on Fire' is from her new album 'Into the light', in which she had taken a year out to write about, brings hauntingly beautiful lyrics and style to a new level. Having her first London gig at the age of 16, she has played in all the major known gig events, such as Bedford sound, Regal Rooms, Cobden Club and Notting Hill Arts Centre as well as the former venue Astoria. Now 21 years old, and living in Brighton, she still creates music, words with speak to the heart. And now, I have educated you is the talent that is Elissa Franceschi. Now go listen to more of her. Even One Republic has an eye on her.

    Reviewed by
    Rezwana Khan
    01 October 2012

  • Rainbow On Fire - The sort of thing that would sit nicely as the exit track on a Paramore album - production's spot on, the vocals are even better…

    Reviewed by
    Pete Donaldson
    01 June 2012

  • Elissa is probably capable of at least one great album. That's because she has the skill and confidence of a good singer singing her own accomplished songs. The perennial problem with Artists like Elissa is to encourage the addition of a little avant-garde quirkiness, for instance. In other words, you need a signature sound. Something only Elissa can find and put into action. Something that comes from the writing . I hope she gets there.

    Reviewed by
    Simon Li
    24 May 2012

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  • such a beautiful song. I could listen to you sing all day/night :) Would love to see you in Ireland

    Posted by Maura Daly 372 days ago...

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