ELAM Live Sessions is our YouTube channel dedicated to showcasing the raw talent coming out of East London Arts and Music. From stripped-back vocals to full-band sets, these sessions spotlight artists before the world catches on. Alumni include BRIT Award-winning FLO, JVCK JAMES, K and many more making waves across music and beyond.
Ethan Holt leads on “It’s Always Been You,” with Nia Smith and Rowan Hallett sharing vocals in this stripped-back ELAM Sphere session. Silk-smooth harmonies meet singer-songwriter depth—it’s intimate, effortless, and quietly bold. Holt has since gone on to write and perform with Chase & Status, while Nia is steadily building her own reputation as a rising vocalist and songwriter
Before Brit Award wins and chart-topping success with FLO, Stella was already showing signs of star power in this solo ELAM session. Smooth, controlled vocals with a hint of Lauryn Hill and Jazmine Sullivan, it’s a performance full of quiet confidence and clarity. You can hear the foundation of what would become one of the UK’s standout girl groups. This is Stella before the spotlight — and she’s already shining.
