Elaine Mai

Elaine Mai

Elaine Mai is a solo artist from Ireland who works with loops, laptop, vocals and guitar to shape an electronic sound. Her music is associated with house and deep house, and she also works as a singer-songwriter.

Early releases and live activity

In 2012 she releases her debut EP and supports acts including James Vincent McMorrow, Heathers and Marina and the Diamonds. That period also places her within the Irish live circuit as a solo performer rather than part of a band.

Collaborations and recognition

Elaine Mai features on Le Galaxie’s track “Love System”, which receives a nomination for Meteor Choice Song of the Year in 2012. This collaboration connects her with one of the notable Irish electronic acts of the period.

Style

Her work combines electronic production with live vocals and guitar, using looping and laptop-based arrangements to build her sound.