Elena Jane Goulding is an English singer and songwriter. Her career began when she met record producers Starsmith and Frankmusik, and she was later spotted by Jamie Lillywhite, who later became her manager and A&R. After signing to Polydor Records in July 2009, Goulding released her debut extended play, An Introduction to Ellie Goulding later that year.
Instruments: Guitar • Piano • Clarinet • Mandolin • Tambourine • Voice • Drum
Genres: Synth-Pop • Electropop • Indie Pop • Folktronica • Alternative Rock • Alternative
Influenced by: Kate Bush, Joni Mitchell, Björk, Amy Winehouse, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Burial, Taylor Swift, Bon Iver, Rihanna, Kanye West, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Kate Nash, Lykke Li, Tracey Thorn