ABOUT

Ellorie McKnight is a bilingual singer-songwriter, old-time fiddler & square dance nerd based out of Whitehorse, Yukon. She is also a full-time climate change researcher & educator, and an advocate for sustainable farming.

Ellorie’s songs are shaped by delicate vocals, reflections of both the individual and collective human experience, and a nostalgia which invites wonder and dreaming. Vast landscapes, systems thinking and a wild heart influence her lyrics and melodies. Whether performing solo or with a band, her music invites listeners into deep emotion and contemplation about relationships, modernity, and what comes next.

Ellorie released her first solo EP in 2021, titled for the heart’s sake. Her newest 6-song EP Equinox was released in May 2024, recorded in studio as a live show with full band.

EQUINOX EP

"Equinox is a must-listen for anyone seeking a moment of solace and reflection amidst the chaos of modern life.
Ellorie McKnight invites us to connect with nature, our emotions, and the fleeting moments that shape our existence through this beautifully crafted musical journey.” - Backseat Mafia

While performing at Edmonton Fringe Festival in 2024 as a duo with Brigitte Desjardins on drums, Ellorie visited the CKUA studios and recorded a live track and interview.

Listen to the podcast here!

Oh hi! It’s almost Solstice ❄️ Just a little note to let y’all know that I still have some 8x10 letterpress prints (art by @emeraudedallaire and prints by @feaststudio.ca), and some beautiful flower & vegetable seeds (from @juncoseed
@breakoutwest in Saskatoon was a vibe 🤟🏼🩷 The biggest thanks to @brigitte.jardin @jmckennamusic @nikwinnitowymusic for being the best bandmates one could ask for 🙏 Big love and thanks to @musicyukon and all the other Yukon artists who were ther
Small cute sad songs houseshow alert! Co-billing with old friend and incredibly talented musician @mileszurawell in Calgary October 3! Seems like tradition now…we end up doing a houseshow together about once a year. Its always therapeutic
Alright. Announcement time! Excited to be showcasing at @breakoutwest this year 🔥 Gonna be performing with a beautiful band I feel very lucky to play music with @brigitte.jardin @nikwinnitowymusic @jmckennamusic Witnessing a bunch of neat festi
Ok ok ok Get yer butt to Canmore October 4-6 First of all OTAF Second of all there will be square dance calling workshops And then there will be a dance where everyone will try calling a square It will be full send full chaos, in the best of ways
Alright Yukon bbs A couple more gigs before summer’s end! These ones are gonna be special with @brigitte.jardin on drums and @jeffdineley on upright and who knows maybe some more sweet pals 🩷 August 30 @villagebakery_yukon in Haines Junctio
Feelin grateful and lucky to be singing my songs at @edmontonfringe next week as a duo with @brigitte.jardin adding her big time magic on drums 🔥 Mega thanks to @musicyukon and @flyairnorth for this opportunity! We’re on the ATB stage at 5pm
Whitehorse! Darn excited about this one. My favorite: backyards and pals and music and hangs🌸 With incredible songstress @hendrikamusic_ And soulfoul poetry by @alexis.myriah @brandon.haddow also joining, can’t wait! Think twinkly light
So honored to be heading to @tinylightsfestival so soon (june 14-16) with a band of dreams: @brigitte.jardin on drums @nikwinnitowymusic on pedal steel @_sweet_keith on upright Oooof my heart! I’ll also be giving a beginner two-step dance w
There is this thing that happens when a tour finally comes together. After the million hours of emails and arranging then re-arranging the puzzle pieces of shows and venues and people. The completed schedule feels like a treasured gift filled with an
This was a thing for the books. @danmanganmusic what a treat it was to connect with you 🔥 thank you for sharing your energy and kindness. next time I’ll join the cold dip party🧊 @brigitte.jardin you are such an amazing bandmate and friend
Beautiful collab with @juncoseeds 🌾 I asked Chloe to choose some seed varieties that would do well in our northern climate, and she sent me some kale, arugula, and yellow radish seed packets, all grown and harvested with love at her small farm in L
Ok friends. It’s happening. Equinox EP is coming to your ears on May 3rd (!!!) What a friggin journey 🗻 As of today you can listen to the first song on the EP (Trivial) on Bandcamp (link in bio).You can also pre-order the EP on Bandcamp. Th
Well shucks ❤️ Honored and stoked to let ya’ll know that @brigitte.jardin and I will be opening for @danmanganmusic on April 12 at the @yukonarts. I’m gonna sing some of my newest songs fer ya while Brigs adds her magic on drums. Loo
Got some exciting plans lining up for spring/summer! Looking forward to spilling the beans soon. @snowking_yk set with @brigitte.jardin 💜 captured by @jonnyvu 🙏