Career
Randy Bachman discovered Ell when she was only 15 years old. Bachman described her as "the most talented and multi-faceted artist I've come across in many years". Bachman co-wrote and produced her first album Consider This. It was recorded at Bachman's studio on Saltspring Island, and Ell herself co-wrote most of the 11 songs. The album was released in 2006 on Bachman's record label Ranbach Music and distributed by Fontana North. Ell toured with blues guitarist Buddy Guy in 2008. On her 2009 album, Alone, she moved to a more acoustic sound compared to her debut. In addition to working with Bachman, Lindsay has collaborated with Danny Michel, Russell Broom, Bill Bell, Damhnait Doyle; and has also shared the stage across North America with Suzie McNeil, Shawn Mullins, Serena Ryder, and blues pioneer Buddy Guy. This surreal experience culminated when Guy - one of Lindsay's childhood idols - saw her open for him and called her onstage to play with him. Today, Bachman remains a mentor and friend. Among all the advice he's shared, the most memorable lesson is also the most simple, "Be yourself." These words have become a mantra for Lindsay, who views the world simultaneously with the wonderment of a wide-eyed girl and the wisdom of an old soul. "Working with Randy brought out many different influences," she says, and helped her to find her true musical path.
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