Rising jazz-pop artist Elysia Biro announces her debut EP ‘Running From Nothing,’ arriving April 24, alongside the release of her new single “Gentleman Blue.” Written over several years across Vancouver Island, England, and Los Angeles, the EP captures a period of growth, movement, and artistic definition.
“In the writing of this music, I have drawn deeply from my roots – building each song around the core of a jazz trio or solo piano,” Biro says. “Each song is an epiphany – small truths revealing themselves.” Together, the EP unfolds as a series of reflections shaped by time, place, and lived experience.
Released today, “Gentleman Blue” brings a freeing, danceable groove inspired by a moment of unexpected clarity. “I saw this beautiful older woman dancing like she didn’t have a care in the world,” Biro shares. “I wrote about the realization that we are all growing, and embracing the privilege it is to grow.” The song carries warmth, movement, and emotional ease.
Written on bass rather than piano, “Gentleman Blue” features electric and upright bass, drums, organ, upright piano, alto sax, synthesizer, acoustic guitar, and Wurlitzer electric piano. Recorded at Westlake Recording Studios, the track earns an enthusiastic response for its layered arrangement and relaxed sense of timing.
Since releasing her debut single “Just Wait A Minute,” Biro has surpassed 3.5 million streams and delivered standout performances at Cadogan Hall and the London Jazz Festival. With ‘Running From Nothing,’ she continues shaping a sound rooted in jazz tradition, modern pop form, and expressive musicianship.