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RISING FOLK STARS GISELLE & ERIK RELEASE HEARTFELT NEW EP “MORNING BREW”
Nashville, TN (January 24, 2025) – Rising folk duo Giselle & Erik is thrilled to announce the release of their much-anticipated new EP, ‘Morning Brew,’ now available on all major streaming platforms. The five-track collection showcases their signature blend of heartfelt storytelling and acoustic brilliance, inviting listeners to savor life’s small moments and poignant truths. Known for their genuine lyrics and undeniable chemistry, Giselle & Erik have been captivating audiences since their debut in 2022. Their music, steeped in folk traditions and modern sensibilities, has earned them comparisons to icons like The Civil Wars and Simon & Garfunkel. With increasing streams and a growing fan base, the duo continues to solidify their status as one of folk music’s brightest rising stars.
‘Morning Brew’ serves as the perfect follow-up to the duo’s debut EP ‘Healing,’ cementing their place in the contemporary folk scene. Drawing inspiration from sunlit mornings, shared conversations, and the landscapes of their newly beloved Tennessee, Giselle & Erik deliver an immersive listening experience that’s both comforting and thought-provoking.
“We wanted this EP to feel like a warm conversation over coffee,” says Giselle. “Each song captures a different facet of life’s journey, from love and self-discovery to cherished memories.”
EP TRACK LISTING
- ‘Morning Brew‘ — A tender ode to new beginnings, this title track weaves gentle harmonies with a sense of hope and renewal.
- ‘This I Know’ — A heartfelt ballad exploring the strength found in vulnerability and trust. Written after learning that Erik would need to undergo a third heart surgery, the song is a poignant reminder of resilience and love.
- ‘Your Table‘ — A soulful meditation on community and connection, inspired by gatherings around a table.
- ‘Feel Like Me’ — A love letter to their home state, Florida, celebrating its beauty and spirit through nostalgic melodies.
- ‘Tennessee Dreamin’’ — A joyful promise that adventures await and dreams will be discovered in their new Tennessee home.
With their signature blend of warm vocals, intricate guitar work, and poetic lyricism, Giselle & Erik’s ‘Morning Brew’ is a testament to the power of authentic storytelling.
“We’re telling stories of home: finding your way home, missing home, and the home you always have with you,” Erik explains. “We hope listeners feel a sense of calm and connection as they experience these songs.”
The duo will also be performing at the 615 Indie Live Festival on February 1, 2025, where more than 50 local artists and bands, from indie rock to hip-hop to jazz, will perform at 14 independent venues throughout the city. Giselle & Erik will take the stage at Delgado Guitars at 7:30 PM, opening for Striking Matches. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.
ABOUT GISELLE & ERIK
Originally from Orlando and Gainesville, FL, and currently based in Nashville, TN, Giselle and Erik are a husband-and-wife folk jazz duo. Each of them songwriters, Giselle and Erik offer their audiences a collection of original music that pairs Giselle’s warm, lyrical voice and mellow piano with the sweet sounds of Erik’s jazz and classical guitar. With raw emotion and evocative poetry, the duo sings about everyday life, healing, and a world underpinned by love. Giselle and Erik’s debut EP, Healing (2023), reflected on their experiences through Erik’s second open-heart surgery and life with congenital heart disease, garnering partnerships with the Adult Congenital Heart Association and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
Stepping boldly into their new Nashville footprint, Giselle and Erik were named 2024 Tennessee Songwriters Week semi-finalists and will perform in Nashville’s inaugural 615 Indie Live music festival in February 2025. Prior to joining the Nashville circuit, the duo spent nearly five months entertaining for the Walt Disney Company, hosted on the The Disney Dream cruise ship. In back-to-back years, the duo was recognized by the international DownBeat Student Music Awards for their work in the Vocal Arrangement and Latin Group performance categories at the graduate level.
For more information, visit www.giselleanderik.com and connect with Giselle and Erik on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Apple Music and Spotify.
