Eli Lev and his band, the Fortunes Found, played to a hometown crowd recently at Pearl Street Warehouse. The show coincided with an album release party for Eli’s second album, Way Out West, which he released independently on Dec. 14, 2018.

“Possessing such heart and soul, the song evolves in an organic, highly nimble manner. Downright infectious the track has a gorgeous, colorful quality to it. With a commanding vocal presence Eli Lev sings with the experience of a life lived to the fullest. Instrumentally rich, every single detail is thoughtfully considered and executed with precision.”

“The single comes off your new album All Roads East – what’s the story behind the title?”

When Eli Lev set out to make his latest music video for his recent single “Chasing Daylight,” he wanted to do something different. Instead of being the main focus of the camera, he wanted to shine the spotlight on his fans from around the world.

With high anticipation Eli Lev brings together a gorgeous combination of lyricism and music that will hold the test of time.

“Indie folk crooner Eli Lev has shared his new single “Go Down” with the world! Lev creates potent, blissful soundscapes by blending different​ ​sonic elements​​ from two decades of traveling. We can’t wait to hear where Eli’s journey takes him next.”

“Delivering a smooth blend of Americana vibes, funky undertones and a rockin’ edge, Go Down is an infectious track that Eli wrote about a series of baptisms he witnessed along the Jordan River. Go Down barely scratches the surface of Eli’s catalog but is a potent and impacting introduction (for those hearing him for the first time).”

“A slow funky opening introduces ‘Go Down’ soon accompanied by Eli’s vocals, which maintain the feeling. The groove is beautiful, a bluesy, gentle & funk filled three minutes of natural music.”

“It has that beautiful, blues-based, gospel-tinged sound that I love so much. Eli Lev is based in Washington, DC, but gets his main ideas from wandering the world. This is the sound of the new alt folk, and I’m loving it.”

“It’s been said that music is a universal language. Nobody understands that more than Washington D.C.-based artist Eli Lev, who crafts potent soundscapes from decades of traveling the world.”

“Go Down” has been garnering the artist acclaim throughout the ears of fans as well as listeners. His indie-folk style will surely entice you. Spiraling towards the new year, we expect Eli Lev to be a name to remember for the 2018 season.”

“Its foundation is in the folk genre, but I believe it borrows from the R&B sound and a little electronica mixed in to give “Go Down” a fun sound. When I listen to “Go Down” I’m immediately transported to the Bayou.”

“Eli at first glance falls into the indie folk singer-songwriter category but give the EP a listen and you’ll find a healthy disrespect for musical boundaries. The 5 track EP embraces folk, country with a dash of old-school rock n’ roll to keep you on your toes. The first single from the EP ‘Go Down’ benefits from an unexpectedly cool funky groove while ‘Long Way Back To Shonto’ is bathed in bluesy slide guitar.”

“Eli Lev is a musician who crafts potent soundscapes from decades of traveling the world. Eli has built a robust profile through wowing audiences whenever he picks up a guitar.”

“The moment Eli’s soothing indie/folk music hit Rachel’s ears, she was captivated. So, to ensure all of our amazing readers can experience this mesmerizing music around DC, we’re featuring Eli’s band in this week’s #SpottedinJewishDC”

ELI LEV’S “CHASING DAYLIGHT” IS AN END-OF-SUMMER ANTHEM