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elu

Progressive Electronic, epic pop and New Age. Jeffrey Mettling is the creative energy and driving force behind the music. 12 time award winning recording arti

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10 songs
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Beautiful Things Beautiful Things

Independent artist elu drops "Beautiful Things", an Electronic track on SoundClick. elu demonstrates a clear artistic voice throughout. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "Beautiful Things" has peaked at #15 in the Electronica category on SoundClick. Listeners who follow Electronica, New Age and Female will feel right at home with this elu release on SoundClick.

Electronica

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Walking Through Time Walking Through Time

SoundClick artist elu presents "Walking Through Time", a remarkable release in the Electronic genre. The track showcases elu's instinct for crafting memorable music. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. Discover "Walking Through Time" and the rest of the elu discography on SoundClick.

Electronica

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Lose Control Lose Control

SoundClick artist elu presents "Lose Control", a remarkable release in the Electronic genre. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. "Lose Control" has peaked at number 4 on the SoundClick Electronica chart. Fans of Electronica, New Age and Female will find "Lose Control" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.

Electronica

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In The Wake of Desire In The Wake of Desire

"In The Wake of Desire" is an Electronic track by elu on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. For fans of Electronica, New Age and Female looking for something new, elu delivers on SoundClick.

Electronica

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Liddy's Bay Liddy's Bay

SoundClick artist elu presents "Liddy's Bay", a remarkable release in the Traditional Celtic World genre. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "Liddy's Bay" has peaked at number 5 on the SoundClick Traditional Celtic chart. Fans of Electronica, New Age and Female will find "Liddy's Bay" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.

Traditional Celtic

elu, pronounced (ae-loo) is the creation of Jeffrey Mettling. Born in Ada, Minnesota in 1965, he has studied music most of his life and is the creative energy and driving force behind Elu's music including writing, arranging, performing, engineering and producing.

Band/artist history

JEFFREY METTLING - Composer/Producer/Musician-Vocalist

Jeff was born in Ada, Minnesota. He began playing violin at the age of 8 and changed to guitar at the age of 10 and formed his first band at the age of 16. He has a passion for music that continues today. He studied music throughout his teenage years and recieved numerous awards for his musical abilities. He later studied keyboards, bass and drums and has become an accomplished musician.

In 1994 he received his first local award for "Best Musical Production" as recognized by the New Mexico Music Industry Association, "NMMIA". For the next eight years he would earn 5 more awards and over 15 nominations for his music. His debut release entitled "LOVE" under the band name "ELU" reached the top 40 on MP3.com and the top 10 on "IUMA". He was also featured as a top 20 artist on the radio show "Dreams of a New Age" 88.1 FM, WMBR in Boston, MA and "Deep Space", Stargate radio program in Italy. The "LOVE" release received rave reviews from Listen.com, Visions Magazine and Kuelle Magazine. All releases are available at his web site "www.mp3.com/elu".

Since the creation of Elu, pseudo New Age-Electronica-Pop music, Jeff has had the freedom to create music that is sensual, soothing and touches the soul.

Have you performed in front of an audience?

A live performance is always possible. Tentative plans are being set starting July of 2007.

Your musical influences

Jeff gets his musical inspiration from groups such as Duran Duran, Enigma, and Deep Forest.

What equipment do you use?

I use a DAW based system, Sonar 5 Producer Edition and lots and lots of soft synths. I also use many guitars electric and acoustic.

Anything else?

Jeff has been in the top 40 at IUMA.COM, MP3.COM, and in the top 20 Playlist at WMBR Radio, 88.1 FM in Cambridge, MA for the "Dreams of a New Age" show and the top 20 in Italy for Jan and Feb of 2003. Elu's music is also premiered in "Visions Magazine" and "Kuelle Magazine". Elu is seeking a new label for distribution of the new album.

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Electronic & Electronica Music artist from Albuquerque, NM. New songs free to stream or download, with purchase options. Add to your playlist now.