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Elena Yeung

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Released: Jan 1, 2008
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General Info

  • Genre: Americana / Bluegrass / Folk

    Location Creston, Canada

    Profile Views: 31783

    Last Login: 5/15/2012

    Member Since 6/2/2007

    Record Label unsigned

    Type of Label Indie

  • Bio

    When you first listen to Elena perform, you'll probably wonder from which old folk record or songbook she dug her repertoire. Elena Yeung taps into timeless themes of the human condition, echoing the roots of folk, bluegrass and mountain traditions while emphasizing her driving banjo style. Born and raised in the farming community of Carberry, Manitoba by immigrant parents from Hong Kong, Yeung wandered across Canada over the past decade, living in Regina, SK, Kingston, ON, St. John's, NL, and even briefly in Inuvik, NWT, before settling most recently in the far reaches of interior British Columbia, in an old farmhouse with the howl of the coyotes and the occasional ghost story to keep her company. Following the 2008 release of The Gravedigger's Daughter, Yeung toured across Canada and has performed at Dawson City Music Festival, Coombs Bluegrass Festival, Kaslo Jazz Etc. Festival, and the Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival. Released in November 2011, Dandelion showcases Yeung's ability to once again capture the sound of the classic American folk song, beginning with familiar bluegrass themes but also exploring earlier influences including old-time piano waltzes and swing. In a dramatic departure from her typical bluegrass instrumentation, the track Gonna Build Me A Boat follows the tradition of the negro spiritual, sung in a cappella with The Persuasions. Playful themes of a rural childhood, accompanied by infectious sing-along melodies strike a chord with listeners of all ages. Elena is joined by Karl Sommerfeld on fiddle and vocals, presenting an energetic fiddle/banjo duo including a sample of traditional instrumental pieces. Steve Jones (bass) and Keith Larsen (guitar, vocals) complete the full band line-up. Reviews for The Gravedigger's Daughter: "…She plays a mean banjo and sets her searing vocals on the age-old themes of murder and heartbreak…This is a nice little debut for a voice that just might be on the verge of finding its place in the world" – Exclaim! magazine "…this album could get you through the end of a long Canadian winter" – Penguin Eggs "…Yeung nails the old-timey/bluegrass genre to the wall. (The Gravedigger's Daughter) shows off a fine songwriter and banjo player" – The Province Reviews for Dandelion: "Absolutely SUPER!...Why don't each and everyone of you reading this get a copy of 'Dandelion' and you'll be in on one of Canada's best kept secrets" – Prescriptionbluegrass.com

  • Members

    Yeung is joined by Karl Sommerfeld on fiddle and vocals, presenting an energetic fiddle/banjo duo including a mix of traditional instrumental pieces. Steve Jones (bass) and Keith Larson (guitar, vocals) complete the full band line-up. Other guest musicians have included: Marc Ladouceur, Steve Charles, Pat Metzger, Michael Heiden, Gary Snow, Anne Louise Genest, Lorraine Cobb, Liz Crump, and James Whittal.

  • Influences

    Pete Seeger, Ola Belle Reed, Hazel & Alice, Flatt & Scruggs, Bill Monroe, Jim Mills, Bela, Allison Brown, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Joni Mitchell, Ani Difranco, The Band, Neil Conway, J.S. Bach, The Beatles, Elvis, and my own tormented life.

  • Sounds Like

    Songs your grandparents might have sung around the campfire.

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  1. Elena Yeung

    Mourning the loss of Joe Russell, the spectacular voice behind the call-and-response in "Gonna Build Me A Boat". Rest in peace, Joe, it was an honour and a pleasure to work with you.

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    15/06/2012 8:00:00 PM

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Comments

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  • Orillia Junction

     i like it

    9 months ago
  • The Steam Box


    Musical cheers from France!......www.steamboxmusic.com

    1 year ago
  • Patty Lamb

    I wish you a Happy New Year !!

    1 year ago
  • DIRK NELLY BRILL

    THANKS FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP!!!
    great songs here :-)


    1 year ago
  • Louis Beaudet

    Hi ! I just recorded my demo ! Check it out and let me know what you think about it :

    http://www.myspace.com/louisbeaudet

    Thanks

    1 year ago
  • Learning From Lyrics

    Thanks for your friendship Elena, another school year will soon begin so its time once again for back to school comments and advice at our arts in education "Space". Share your wisdom with students and post an inspirational quote, song lyric, words of encouragement or if you like, recall a memory of a special teacher or school experience.

    Please take a moment to participate and tell your friends, your comments will help us to create a "wall of wisdom" in time for the start of the new school year!

    John / M.U.S.I.C.

    Education is not filling a pail but the lighting of a fire. ~ William Butler Yeats

    1 year ago
  • Cathy Armenteros

    Enjoying your music.

    1 year ago
  • Cathy Armenteros

    Dankesch�n f�rs addieren

    2 years ago
  • Patty Lamb

    have a nice day :)


    2 years ago
  • Salmon Arm Roots And Bl…

    Hey Elena,
    We are sure looking forward to seeing you perform at the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival this August! Wishing you all the best!

    2 years ago
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