Ela Minus is a Colombian electronic musician, singer, and songwriter known for her mesmerizing synthesis of analog sounds and intimate, reflective lyrics. Born Gabriela Jimeno in Bogotá, she began her musical journey as a drummer in hardcore and jazz bands before studying jazz drumming at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Deeply influenced by her background in percussion and her fascination with synthesizers, Ela crafts intricate electronic music entirely from hardware instruments, eschewing computers in both production and live performance.
Her debut album, "acts of rebellion," released in 2020, garnered critical acclaim for its blend of delicate melodies and fierce, rebellious spirit, resonating with themes of individuality, resistance, and hope. Ela Minus’s work stands out for its warmth, vulnerability, and meticulous construction, making her one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary electronic music.
Electronic - IndiePop - SynthPop - Experimental - Techno - Ambient