Canadian recording artist Elyse Saunders is celebrating the official music video release for her summer single and current Canadian radio release, “Free”, along with an upcoming live show on August 25th in Newmarket, Ontario.
So far, the single has earned over 400k Apple Music streams while the video is closing in on 75k views in its first two weeks. The music video was produced by Roadhouse Productions.
“Free” – co-written by Saunders and Shawn Moore – is her debut collaboration with acclaimed producer Dan Swinimer (Madeline Merlo, JoJo Mason). An upbeat country song that blends electronic-pop elements and an acoustically driven rhythm with soaring vocals, the summertime story at the heart of the song carries a deeper message for the Peterborough, Ontario native.
“I believe there’s something really beautiful about celebrating life and just taking in the moment. ‘Free’ takes me back to simpler times when I was younger and there were less responsibilities. It’s when a day at the beach enjoying the sunset and watching fireworks was really important to me. I’ve come to learn that it’s these experiences with the people in my life that matter. It’s important to slow down and soak in these quality moments. We need to make time to be free and this single is a reminder of that,” says Saunders.
“Free” is also the first in an exciting wave of new music from Saunders through her new collaborations with Swinimer, as well as with co-producers Paul Shatto and David Wills (The Higgins, Robyn & Ryleigh). All part of her planned album – also called “Free” – these songs will capture her artistic freedom and authentic ability to explore different sectors of the commercial country universe.
Especially passionate about her high-energy live performances, Elyse Saunders has done over 350 live shows in North America – including opening at 2019 Canadian Music Week for David James and Kira Isabella and a 2020 FEO Showcase in February. With most live shows being on hold due to COVID-19 concerns, she has spent the majority of her time supporting the release of “Free” with a weekly vlog series on YouTube and connecting with her fans in real-time through regular Facebook Live chats.
Elyse Saunders will play live again on August 25th at 7PM at the Stardust Drive-In in Newmarket, Ontario. Tickets will be available for purchase online at premiertheatres.ca/stardust
Saunders says, “We all have a place in our hearts and minds where we feel free and liberated. I want people to hear this song and be reminded of those moments that take us there and to never lose them. Life can be confusing – especially right now – which makes it even more important to slow down and enjoy quality moments. Keep that high alive!”
The official “Free” music video is now available on YouTube while the single is available on all digital platforms and is currently on Canadian radio.
