Ella Reid : : : Age-less Music
Some music moves you, some music holds you close—Ella Reid’s does both. Her sound effortlessly glides between Americana soul, Folk-Rock grit, and the smoky allure of jazz and blues, evoking the sensation of a slow skate under a mirrorball where every note sparks connection.
A life-altering car crash forced Ella to relearn how to walk, a challenge that led her to embrace sobriety and find solace in the ethereal strains of Jeff Buckley’s “Grace.” That transformative moment set her on a new path, where music became both her sanctuary and her driving force.
Today, Ella channels that inner strength into a genre-defying blend of Americana, Neo-Soul, Folk-Rock, country and blues. Her third album, Gimme a Cowboy (2023), along with an innovative series of monthly singles in 2024, showcases a voice that's both soulful and timeless. With soaring vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and an undeniable stage presence—whether at Austin’s Saxon Pub or Houston’s Mucky Duck—she creates unforgettable moments that deeply resonate with her audience.
Fueled by a lifetime of experiences, Ella transforms challenges into lush harmonies and deep, rolling grooves. And she’s just getting started. With new music set to release in 2025, she continues crafting chapters filled with heartbeat grooves, late-night slow dances, and melodies that embrace you like an old friend.
Experience the magic for yourself—stream her latest releases or catch her live, and let her music move you in ways that go far beyond words.
Awards: Ella won first place NSAI Nashville Songwriter’s Assoc. Int’l contest at the Frank Brown Songwriter’s Fest 2010 and 3rd place with a band in 2012.
Allow Me To Introduce The Band
Shane “Sunny D” Hawkinson Bassist & Producer
For Shane Hawkinson, music wasn’t a choice—it was wired into him from the start. He swears an alien encounter as a kid rewired his brain, setting him on a lifelong path where rhythm and resonance became his native language.
Drawn to the low end, he switched from guitar to bass at 17. When his fretted bass mysteriously vanished at 20, he embraced the fretless, making its fluid tone his signature sound. That adaptability defines his playing: instinctive, expressive, always in service of the song.
Shane isn’t just a bassist—he’s a sonic architect.
Shane’s playing is deeply melodic, reminiscent of the incredible John McVie of Fleetwood Mac—as if the bass itself were a lead instrument, weaving melodies and counter-melodies that could live on their own. His ability to create movement, depth, and unexpected harmonic textures makes him not just a bassist, but a true architect of the song’s foundation. His lines don’t just hold the groove—they sing, soar, and tell their own story within the music.
Maybe it’s years of experience. Maybe it’s something cosmic. Either way, he’s not questioning it—just riding the wave.
David “Juice” Julius Drums & Percussion
"David Julius is so good that I forget what planet I’m on and that I’m actually playing. He’s so consistent that as a lead player, I feel safe knowing that he’s got me. His groove is locked in, unshakable, that I can fully trust where the music is going. That kind of consistency, that deep musical intuition—it’s rare." — Ella Reid
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, David’s early mentors included funk legend Clyde Stubblefield and jazz great Richard Davis, who once told him, “Julius, you just made the hairs on my neck stand up.” That tells you everything you need to know.
Now based in Austin, Texas, David has performed across the U.S. and Europe, bringing his signature feel and impeccable musicianship to every stage. His ability to hold down a groove while making the music breathe is what makes him one of the best in the industry.
And let’s not forget—he can also rock a pair of Dior glasses like nobody. Style, groove, and an unshakable beat—David Julius brings it all.
Simply put—he’s a drummer who makes the music come alive.