Ottawa-based folk singer-songwriter Christophe Elie has released “Up On The Hill,” a protest song aimed at both Capitol Hill and Parliament Hill. It is the second single from his upcoming third studio album, “UnAmerica,” due early next year.
The song addresses themes including cost of living, corporate influence on politics, and wealth inequality, according to the announcement. Elie recorded the track at La La Studios in Ottawa with JUNO-nominated producer Gareth Auden Hole, who co-produced alongside Elie. The backing musicians include drummer Matt Sobb of MonkeyJunk, guitarist Blair Michael Hogan, keyboardist Clayton O’Connell, bassist Ryan Clare and harmony vocalist Susan Murphy. The track was mastered by Rob Fraboni, known for his work with Bob Dylan, The Band and The Rolling Stones, using his RealFeel mastering technology.
Elie, who was born in Cleveland and now lives in Ottawa, also hosts the radio program “Songs for the Revolution” on CKCU, runs a monthly songwriters’ circle called Writers’ Bloc, and founded The People’s Music Festival, an online event focused on socially conscious music. He plans a CD release show in Ottawa in early 2027 to mark the release of “UnAmerica.”
Based on a press release provided to Music Industry Weekly by Eric Alper, thatericalper.com.