Name:

Elina Filice

Genre:

Alt-Pop

Founded:

2018

# of Albums:

Lots of singles and one EP!

Latest Album:

Single: “These Days”

Latest Single:

“These Days”

Latest Video:

Favourite musician growing up:

Avril Lavigne

Favourite musician now:

Joni Mitchell

Guilty pleasure song:

Hilary Duff – Roommates

Live show ritual:

Nin Jiom Pei Pa Koa

Favourite local musician:

The Beaches

EP or LP?

Any length of project that I can dig into someone’s sound or story!

Early bird or night owl?

Unfortunately, both! I find I’m the most creative at night, but most clear-headed in the morning.

Road or studio?

I have to say I enjoy performing live more than recording. I love being in the moment, vibing, connecting with audiences, sharing my songs & stories. In the studio – I’m way too much of a perfectionist. I agonize over every note and every mix to get it perfect. I’m always proud of the result, but I think it takes a part of me it doesn’t give back!

Any shows or albums coming up?

New single & release show incoming! Watch my socials for details 🙂

Where can we follow you?

Instagram | Spotify | TikTok | YouTube

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Rapid Fire Local Questions:

What is your favourite local restaurant?

I’m gonna shoutout my friends at Garleek Kitchen! They are a Tibetan/Asian Fusion restaurant and have some really creative food. If you’re looking for great eats in Little Tibet (Parkdale), check them out! Family recipes and fusion creations from the founder – former Tibetan monk and all-around great guy.

What is your favourite street in your city and why?

I gotta say my neighbourhood – Parkdale! I love this community so much. So much diversity, creativity, endless hidden gems, and neighbours who truly uplift each other and work together. From great food to great coffee, bars, thrift, and activism, music, we really have it all.

What is your favourite park in your city and why?

High Park – a beautiful escape from the busy city!

What is your favourite music venue in your city?

Horseshoe Tavern is the spot – always a great show on there.

What is your favourite music store in your city?

Sonic Boom is a Toronto institution!

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Name: Elina Filice

Genre: Alternative R&B

Founded: Been writing/performing since childhood, releasing music since 2018!

# of Albums: Lots of singles, EP #2 in the works!

Latest Release: Music video for “Thinking of You”

Latest Single: “Thinking of You”

Latest Video:

Favourite local Restaurant:

Catch me at El Furniture Warehouse

Favourite band as a teenager:

Bowling for Soup

Favourite band now:

Radical Centrists

Guilty Pleasure Song:

Lost in Japan- Shawn Mendes (it’s a bop)

Live Show Ritual:

Arrive way too early. Forget to write out set lists. Stress for no reason. Lots of Honey.

Favourite local artist:

Daniel Caesar

Sneaky Dees nachos, pasta from Terroni or a superfood salad from Fresh?

Sneeky Dees all the way

Queen or College St?

Catch me on Queer St. West

Trinity Bellwoods or High Park, Riverdale or Kew Gardens?

High Park is a gem

EP or LP?

Much respect for an LP, but EP’s are more realistic/accessible for indie artists and their fans

Early bird or night owl?

No good song was written before 2am (spoken like a true night owl)

Road or studio?

As a perfectionist studio can stress me out alot- I feel my happiest and most alive on a stage!

Swiss Chalet or Roti?

Roti for sure (go veggie)

Where can we follow you?

Anywhere you internet! Instagram/ Twitter/ TikTok/ Facebook

Any shows or albums coming up? 

Check out the music video I just put out, its v gay and v Toronto. Few more singles and EP on the way! Keep an eye on my socials for live streams/ hopefully some gigs upcoming!

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