Artist of the Day | ELLEN DOTY
ARTIST OF THE DAY
22.10.2020
ELLEN DOTY
LOCATION
Edmonton, AB
GENRE
Singer-Songwriter Jazz
CURRENT MEMBERS
Ellen Doty
Devin Hart
Peter Hendrickson
With the current pandemic, the state of the music and touring industry has dramatically changed. Where were you when everything was brought to a halt?
I was at home in Edmonton after just being in Calgary and Canmore to play a run of shows. I don't think any of us realized what was coming, and how long this could potentially last. I sure miss touring, but I know it's more important that we all stay as safe at this time.
How has that affected your plans for the coming months? Did you have a tour planned, upcoming album release?
I was supposed to tour in Japan this month (October), and then in BC/Alberta in November. It's been difficult to try to figure out a time to reschedule tour dates since things are so uncertain. However, the silver lining is that all of this time and space has given me time to start writing for a new album. I'm looking forward to sharing some new music when it's ready to go!
What have you been doing to fill/make the most of your new-found free time at home?
I just got two little kittens! They are very small, and have to be fed every 3 hours, so they are sure keeping me busy, but they are super cute. I'm enjoying spending more time at home with my partner Murray from Scenic Route to Alaska too. He would normally be on the road a good portion of the year (and so would I on and off), so it's been really nice to spend more time together.
What was the first thing you did/place you went to now the country is starting to slowly re-open?
I ordered a fancy takeout meal from Corso 32 when it re-opened. We love the food there, and love supporting our local restaurants.
Favourite Starlite Room Moment?
Tough one! Really enjoyed seeing Andy Shauf there a few years ago. And of course the Scenic Route to Alaska album release! What a fantastic venue. Always a good time!
Do you have a message for everyone at home reading this?
Make sure you keep supporting local venues, musicians, and restaurants/businesses any way you can. They need it more than ever right now! Let's all pull through this thing together.
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