Elkka Explained

Elkka
Birth Name:Emma Kirby
Origin:Cardiff, Wales
Years Active:2016–present

Emma Kirby (born 1988, in Cardiff), known as Elkka, is a Welsh producer, vocalist, and DJ.[1] With a background of songwriter and vocalist for Elkka is best known for winning the Essential Mix of the Year (BBC1) in 2021. She is also known as the co-founder of femme culture, which she founded with her partner Alex Lambert, an inclusive queer platform.[2] The label organizes the annual HeForShe compilation,[3] and all profits go to the charity U.N. Women.[4]

Early life

Born in Cardiff, Wales, Elkka started her career as a songwriter.[1] [5] [6] She grew up listening to RnB, pop stars such as Britney Spears, Spice Girls, Rihanna and wanted to become a pop vocalist.[7] [8] In 2016, Elkka switched from writing to producing music after being inspired by musicians such as Laurie Anderson and Imogen Heap.[1]

Career

Elkka has released music on Local Action, Ninja Tune, and her own label femme culture as well as providing remixes for Kelly Lee Owens,[9] Hector Plimmer,[10] and Ela Minus.[11]

In May 2021, her extended play (EP), Euphoric Melodies, was released.[12] It is a fusion of house and electronica genres.[7]

In November 2021, her second EP, Harmonic Melodies, was released under the Technicolor imprint.[13] In the same year, she received Essential Mix of the Year award.[14] [13] Following her award for Essential Mix of the Year 2021 for BBC Radio 1, Elkka was made BBC Radio 1 Resident in April 2022, alongside Ben UFO, Andy C, TSHA, and others.[15]

In August 2021 Elkka won the Association of Independent Music award for Best Independent Remix for her remix of Ela Minus - Megapunk.[16]

In November 2021 Elkka was nominated in the DJ Mag Awards for Best Breakthrough Producer.[17]

On tour, Elkka has supported Caribou and Jon Hopkins,[18] and she has played at significant venues and festivals including Glastonbury Festival,[19] All Points East,[20] and O2 Academy Brixton.[21] [22]

In June 2024 Elkka released her debut album, Prism of Pleasure, under Ninja Tune.

Elkka is also known for founding a record label named femme culture.[23] The label organizes the annual HeForShe compilation with the help of UN Women.[23] [24]

Discography

Awards and nominations

Other Awards

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Elkka . Future Music. .
  2. Web site: Get to know Elkka, the Femme Culture founder merging classic and future-facing sounds. Mixmag.
  3. Web site: femme culture announces 'HeForShe Vol.4' compilation for UN Women. 4 March 2022. DJMag.com.
  4. Web site: femme culture release charity compilation in aid of UN Women. Mixmag.
  5. Web site: Elkka Produces 'Euphoric Melodies' on Her New EP. PopMatters. .
  6. Web site: Elkka is back on Technicolour with new EP, Harmonic Frequencies. Ra.co.
  7. Web site: Elkka: "I visited Floating Points at his studio, which was like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". 15 July 2021. MusicRadar.
  8. Web site: Interview Ellka. PressReader.
  9. Web site: Mary Anne Hobbs announces Kelly Lee Owens, TAAHLIAH, HAAi, Nia Archives for All Queens Radio 6 residency. 4 October 2022. DJMag.com.
  10. Web site: Hector Plimmer in The Lab LDN. Mixmag.
  11. Web site: TSHA selects five producers who will define the next generation. Mixmag.
  12. Web site: 'My energy comes from optimism': the hopeful music of spring 2021. 28 April 2021. The Guardian.
  13. First Spin: The Week's Best New Dance Tracks From Kaytranada, Fred Again, Krewella & More. 19 November 2021. Billboard.
  14. Web site: BBC Radio 1 – Radio 1's Essential Mix, Elkka (2021 Essential Mix of the Year shortlist). BBC.
  15. Web site: Andy C, TSHA, Ben UFO, Dance System, Elkka and Mantra to join BBC Radio 1's Residency. Bbc.co.uk.
  16. Web site: AIM AWARDS 2021 WINNERS REVEALED. Simon. Metcalfe. 26 August 2021.
  17. Web site: DJ Mag's Best of British 2021 award winners have been announced. 15 December 2021. DJMag.com.
  18. Web site: Elkka: euphoric electronica to soundtrack mid-rave hugs with mates. Felicity. Martin. . 17 May 2021.
  19. Web site: Glastonbury Festival 2022 full line-up and set times announced. Oscar. Dayus. 30 May 2022. Bristol Post.
  20. Web site: Nick Cave, The National, Tame Impala, Kraftwerk and more for All Points East 2022. Will. Richards. 22 November 2021. NME.
  21. Web site: Things to do this week, July 2022, according to i-DD. Douglas. Greenwood. Vice.
  22. Web site: Make some noise! The 10 best early summer music festivals. Herald Scotland. 24 April 2022 .
  23. Web site: Get to know Elkka, the Femme Culture founder merging classic and future-facing sounds. Mixmag.
  24. Web site: femme culture relaunches with its first release since 2020. Mixmag.
  25. Web site: Elkka Shares Beatific New Track 'Voices'. Robin. Murray. 21 October 2021. Clash.
  26. Web site: 9 albums to stream this week. 21 May 2021. Dazed.
  27. Web site: Robinson. Otis. Elkka – 'Prism Of Pleasure' review: contemplative yet club-ready bangers. NME. 6 June 2024. 17 July 2024.
  28. Web site: DJ Mag Best of British Awards 2021: Voting is now open. 17 November 2021. DJMag.com.

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