Alongside her debut performance at Glastonbury this weekend, Elles Bailey has dropped her latest single, ‘Ballad Of A Broken Dream.' The track is the newest release from her upcoming album ‘Beneath The Neon Glow' set to launch on August 9th through Cooking Vinyl Records.
A punchy rock and blues ballad, ‘Ballad Of A Broken Dream' delves into the struggles faced by musicians. “There is no denying the link between musicians and mental health and the toil that this chosen path can take on a creative,” Elles explains. “The track follows the story of a tortured artist who, despite his undeniable talent, ends up playing dive bars where no one knows his name. This song is very personal to me, but tragically, it's the story of so many incredible talents who struggle with their mental health.”
Upcoming Album: Beneath The Neon Glow
‘Beneath The Neon Glow' showcases Elles Bailey's signature blend of British roots, Americana, and blues across ten powerful and uplifting tracks. Produced by Dan Weller (Enter Shikari) and recorded with her exceptional live band, the album explores various forms of love. Through lyrically vulnerable and brutally honest songwriting, Elles delves into heartbreak, the resilience of friendship, and the enduring power of love that spans a lifetime.
“I might be new to some people, but I have been around for quite a long while. I'm not here for a flash-in-the-pan moment. I want a long-term career in music. I love what I do and that I get to take it around the world. So if I can continue to do that and just play to larger audiences and continue to grow, that's exactly what I'll do.”
Upcoming Tours and Performances
Elles and her A-list band will take ‘Beneath The Neon Glow' on the road this autumn, including a show at London’s Islington Assembly Hall on November 2nd. This summer, she has a jam-packed festival season in the UK and Europe, playing at Glastonbury, Cropredy, HebCelt, and Beautiful Days. To celebrate the album’s release in August, Elles has also announced a UK in-store tour. Tickets are on sale now.
August In-Store Shows:
- Sat 10th: Oxford, Truck
- Sat 10th: Marlborough, Sound Knowledge
- Sun 11th: Birmingham, HMV Vault
- Sun 11th: Leamington Spa, Temperance
- Mon 12th: Manchester, HMV
- Mon 12th: Liverpool, Jacaranda
- Tue 13th: Leeds, Vinyl Whistle
- Wed 14th: Brighton, Resident
- Thu 15th: Bristol, Rough Trade
September:
- Wed 25th: Lincoln, The Drill
- Thu 26th: Norwich, Waterfront
- Fri 27th: Cambridge, Cambridge Junction
- Sat 28th: Oxford, O2 Academy 2
October:
- Fri 11th: Carlisle, Carlisle Blues Festival
- Sat 12th: Gloucester, Gloucester Guildhall
- Thu 24th: Exeter, Exeter Phoenix
- Sat 26th: Bristol, SWX
November:
- Sat 2nd: London, Islington Assembly Hall
- Sun 3rd: Southampton, Engine Rooms
- Thu 14th: Sunderland, The Fire Station
- Fri 15th: Edinburgh, Cabaret Voltaire
- Sat 16th: Glasgow, Oran Mor
- Sun 17th: Chester, The Live Rooms
- Sat 30th: Wolverhampton, KK’s Steel Mill
December:
- Sun 1st: Leeds, Brudenell Social Club
With a top 50 album achieved independently, a growing fanbase, numerous awards, and a weekly radio show on Planet Rock, Elles Bailey is poised to elevate her career with ‘Beneath The Neon Glow.'
For more information and updates, visit Elles Bailey's official website.
