Elijah (musician)
Elijah is a Swiss based Singer from Zurich. Singing and performing were his main passions since he was a little child, and by the age of 18 he knew for sure that he wanted to become a reggae artist. He started recording his first songs, and quickly it became apparent: This youthie has a new way of doing it, singing in Swiss German, English and Italian, creating a fresh vibe, positive and energetic!
Elijahs career got a big boost after dropping his first album in 2007, which led to over 200 concerts all over Europe. The next level was reached when he won the European Reggae Contest (ERC) in 2008 against several hundred competing artists and groups. Ever since hes been living the life of a young rising artist: Working together with many musicians, travelling to Africa and Jamaica, and writing songs for his upcoming albums.
Discography
Studio albums
- Beweg Di (2007, Roaaar)
- Beweg Di (2009, International version, Nation/Grooveattack)
- Naturality Riddim Selection with Mike Brooks, Cali P, Highgrade, El Bombasin, Ras Luta, Yasmin, Dr Shaka, Ras Charmer (one ton 2009)
Songs on Compilations
- Gib mer meh (People`s choice; The Reggae Selection, Sony BMG)
- Gib mer meh (Reggae.ch Compilation Vol.3)
- Gib mer meh (Riddim Magazin 2009)
Singles and EPs
- Gib mer meh (2007)
- Las bliebe feat. Paco Mendoza (2007)
- Sie isch wäg (2008)
Videos
- Las bliebe feat. Paco Mendoza (2007)
- Sie isch wäg (2008)
- Naturality (2009)
Members
- Elia "Elijah" Salomon - vocals
- Michele "Migi" Bochicchio - keyboard
- Luca "De Luca" Bochicchio - guitar
- Blaise Fierz - bass guitar
- Mario Stühle - drums
Influences
Glen Washington, Bob Marley, Linton Kwesi Johnson, The Wailers, Desmond Dekker, Miriam Makeba and many many more...