Elew
Rockjazz Innovator
Elew redefines the piano trio, blending jazz improvisation with hard-hitting rock and pop sensibilities to create his unique 'rockjazz' sound. Experience a high-octane fusion that bridges genres and captivates audiences.
About
Eric Lewis, known professionally as Elew, is an American jazz pianist and composer from Philadelphia. He gained renown for pioneering the 'rockjazz' style, which fuses jazz improvisation with rock and pop music elements. A protégé of Wynton Marsalis, Elew has collaborated with numerous jazz luminaries and performed at prestigious venues worldwide.
Music Style
Elew's music is an electrifying fusion, where intricate jazz improvisations meet the powerful rhythms and melodies of rock and pop. He often reinterprets iconic rock anthems through a jazz lens, creating a sound that is both virtuosic and viscerally engaging.
Background
- Hometown
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Education
- Manhattan School of Music
- Instruments
- piano
- Active
- 2000s-present
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If you like Robert Glasper, Jason Moran, or Brad Mehldau's genre-bending approach — you'll love Elew's unique rockjazz fusion.