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The vocal in fact is a high point of the HiFlyer experience and an interesting topic considering that, as a child, lead singer Elle had an illness that almost took away her ability to talk, let alone sing.Her vocal chords were damaged during a procedure to clear her airways after she contracted pneumonia.In spite of doctors concluding that Elle would be lucky to walk or talk, due to lack of oxygen to the brain, here she is today fronting the most promising of UK bands.Interestingly, an illness that should have stripped Elle of her voice has instead given her a stunning and instantly recognizable asset.
Regulars on the Bristol music scene, HiFlyer have built up a loyal and active fan base.Following them from venue to venue, HiFlyer fans have built the band's reputation in and around Bristol and are prepared to carry the name of the band across the country!HiFlyer's debut album ‘Here Comes The Sunshine' was released last year to rave reviews, and built the band a solid reputation within various music magazines and journalists. ‘Antarctika' continued the band's success, and new single and EP of the same name ‘Chasing Rainbows' looks certain to push them forward into the mainstream.Elle's voice has drawn comparisons to the likes of Corrine Bailey Rae, Nerina Pallot, Aimee Mann and Sarah McLaughlin, and the band themselves have had various comparisons to a whole host of artists such as Counting Crows, Sheryl Crow and even Fleetwood Mac.
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Elle Williams (Keyboards/Vocals)
Elle: Keyboards and Vocals At seven she said she wanted to be a singer and at 14 wrote her first song.At 15 she had recorded: "Open up your Heart" on a home recorder and had it played on BBC Radio Bristol.She also recorded it in French for the Dordogne Disco Scene.At 16, she co-wrote the first album with her brother and at 17 wrote the second album, which is currently being recorded.Elle used to sing with a big band, who did a gig with the Bath based Silver Ring Choir that had featured Jamie Cullum.
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Elle is focusing completely on writing her third album, and finishing recording "HiFlyer's" e.p. Antarctika.Elle is an excellent front woman, with passion and charisma, which is obvious when she performs!
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Henry now fronts the band with rhythm guitar, along with Elle on keyboards and vocals.
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Elle Williams decided to contact him, when "HiFlyer" was being created and felt he would be a perfect fit.
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Front lady Elle Williams delivers her lyrics that will lift your spirits to never give up your dreams with the following track "Is It Possible" with heart lifting instrumental melodic harmony by talented musicians Henry Williams.
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Elle Williams has a voice of an angel with a style she can call all her own……and will deliver her vocal gift to the mainstream music scene with her own legendary appeal.Just lost what you feel was the love of your life?Elle will cry with you in High Flyer's track 5….."Lake of Tears " and give you the soft touch of inspiration and comfort in melodic perfection…..then Elle shows you the way in track 6…..