Wolf van Elfmand

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I used to be in an Americana band and we’d play all the mountain towns in Colorado. After we split up I reached out to some of those same venues telling them I’ve got a new country ensemble. Two of the venues instantly replied, “Sorry, no country.” So, in honor of that experience, I wrote this song, aptly titled “Don’t Call It Country.”

If you’ve been coming to my shows the last few years you’ll know that this tune often makes the rotation. But for those of you who haven’t heard it or have only heard me do it solo I hope you give it a spin. It features , , , and , a dream band IMHO. Let me know what y’all think. Link in comments

I’ve been working at the UN 🇺🇳 since February. Operating cameras and mics for conferences and events. It’s interesting work indeed

The end of the year is nigh. I’ve got a couple shows in December and some new music on its way. Here’s a final look at St. Ann’s during

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Friends, bit of big one here. On Friday I’m releasing a new single AND THEN we’ve got the all weekend long. I’ll be playing a solo set featuring on a couple numbers. Very much looking forward to hearing the incredible artists at the festival and celebrating with my pals

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Saturday was a good one out on Riis Beach

Well folks, I gave in and tried a little AI generated art. The prompt was “a painting of a band of ghosts playing instruments in a bar filled with pumpkins.” I’d say, home run. Anyways, full band with , .talmadge, .henry at The Jalopy Tavern on 10/27. It’a gonna be a hoot 👻

Bit of an exciting day here as I’m releasing some new music. This track, Big Ol’ Binge, was written a couple years back when I was a music therapist at a hospital in Denver. It’s part of a larger collection of tunes that I’ll tell ya more about sometime soon. Enjoy

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Thrilled to be performing at this year’s alongside so many brilliant musicians!

Thanks GemsOnVHS!

Heya! How’s it going? It’s September 1st which means that the newest monthly playlist has just dropped on Spotify! This month’s playlist is filled with great tunes that we’ve really been loving over at the GemsOnVHS HQ. We’ve even got ‘s field recording of “Handyman” on there, which just dropped in all streaming platforms. If ya haven’t heard that one yet you should go check it out. It’s really great. As always, a huge thank you to our supporters. We love y’all so much and couldn’t do any of this without y’all

A year of shooting photos. Here are few favorites of buds, family, and strangers

Thanks to for featuring my tune “The Other One’s Heart” on their monthly playlist. AND, thanks to for backing me up and recording it with me. Follow the link in my bio to hear it. (The song on this video is a different song because I don’t think it’s searchable on IG, confusing, I know)

A couple months back I drove up to the Whirly Burly (Burlington, VT) to take part in a session with the The Wormdogs. The concept was you’d show up at the studio (Danica's house) play them a song and then record it. All done under the guidance of producer/writer/engineer extraordinaire Eric George. I wrote a song with the Dogs in mind attempting to channel artists that inspire both of us like Michael Hurley and Dan Reeder. They’ve dubbed the session Cookin’ With (The Wormdogs) Vol 1 with another group of songs to follow. I really love this band, they’re the sweetest group of folx with endless talent to boot. Give them a follow and check out the album

Photo dump from the upper-middle west. Thanks for that grade A hospitality

and I have been singing songs together for 12 years, 3 of them noteworthy. Catch us next week in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Now walk with me down memory lane, won’t ya?

If you didn’t know, I like birds. However, since I only shoot photos with a prime lens (no big fancy zoom like most bird photography) I rarely can capture them. Yesterday at Marine Park in Brooklyn this yellow crowned night heron let me get a couple feet away while she hunted for crabs. We had a moment

Couple fun ones this month (swipe for dates) starting with a show this Thursday at AND wrapping up with a return to Minnesota & Wisconsin with my brother 🦆 // 📷 by

Couple fun ones this month. Looking forward to getting out a bit ⛅️🌸🐛

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Hey y’all, I’m very much looking forward to our show this Sunday (2/19) at in Red Hook. The 3 songwriters joining me are passing through on different tours and are all making waves in their scene. It’s a bit of a DIY set-up, we’re asking for donations that’ll include some top notch box wine. Come on down and hang for a bit. Swipe for details ➡️

Greetings from Bushwick. Wanted to let y’all know that I’m putting together a trio with on bass and on drums for some shows next week.

On 1/20 we’ll be opening up for at .tavern and on 1/21 we’ll be opening for with and at in Philadelphia.

I don’t get a band together all that much these days and I think (no bias) these shows will be awfully fun

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RIP hair. View camera photo by . Upcoming shows this week 🎀
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I’ve got a few shows round the bend. Very much looking forward to getting back up to the Catskills and Burlington AND to see my old chum .bn. More info on these shows via Bandsintown. See y’all out there 🌤

My album High Desert Valley 🏜 is now alive and available wherever you indulge in a highly valued listening experience. Hope y’all enjoy it and stream it relentlessly, on repeat while you sleep, waking your neighbors, unfazed and smiling throughout. Snaps from the session at .howie’s studio by . You can tell I’m a musician by the ones with the guitars and microphones

Appreciation post 🙏🏼 With High Desert Valley coming out tomorrow I wanted to take a second to thank all of the people who helped make this record. Since my last 3 albums had more of a full-band sound I was eager to get into the studio to capture some live performances, more reminiscent of a solo Wolf show. .howie engineered, produced and mixed this record from his studio in Brooklyn. He was patient with my antics, deliberate in his mic placement and creative in his approach (he also slayed bass on Everyone Else). Definitely recommend Ryan for fellow NY musicians. helped out by recording on bass for Red Planet and on vocals for Piece of My Heart. Lastly, it was a complete joy to have visit from Vermont to play violin on Buying Time. It was mastered by , my 3rd project with Alan, and he’s a total pro, he nailed it. Lastly, was generous enough to let me use his incredible painting for the cover and always knows the coolest fonts for knocking out the design. I’m ready to have this thing out in the wild. Thanks so much to everyone who helped make it what it is 😌

A week from today we’ll be celebrating the release of High Desert Valley at .tavern and .hale is joining the bill. Come hang 🏜🍻

I’m here to announce that my album High Desert Valley will be released next Thursday (7/28). This is my most vulnerable and stripped-down record to date. All songs were done by tracking vocals and guitar live, the songs were written from July 2020 thru February 2021, and a few close friends are featured on the minimal overdubs that are scattered throughout. Though I’ll be sharing more tidbits about this record in the coming days, I’d like to start by thanking for this beautiful painting that we used for the cover. It perfectly suits the mood of this album and hearkens back images of my home in western Colorado of which many of these songs are drawn from 🏔

Hot town summer in the city. Despite the heat, it’ll be alright. Few fun ones coming up. Dates below, more info thru that link in my biography ~

7/1 - Brooklyn //
7/7 - DC //
7/8 - Burlington //

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New music is on the way. Inspired by the great Carl Sagan, “Blues from a Red Planet” will hit the shelves next Thursday. Pre-save link in my bio. 📸 by

Nice write-up from EarToTheGround Music about “Heavy”. Thanks Y’all

Three folk singer songwriters for your chill acoustic playlists Wolf van Elfmand – “Heavy”-There’s a calming acoustic sentiment at the core of this track that is sure to catch a lot of listeners’ attention. The lyrics roll nicely f…

Hey y’all, while I’m stuck here in the Orlando Airport I thought I would let you know a few things. First off, thanks to everyone who’s listened to “Heavy.” Its now on Bandcamp where, if you didn’t know, you can buy the track or give a little money to the artist. Since it’s a whacky world out there on streaming platforms every little bit is very much appreciated.

For my NYC community, I wanted to tell y’all that my new weekly open mic at starts THIS WEDNESDAY from 6-8:30 and, as if that wasn’t enough, I’m also playing next door at the .tavern this Thursday from 8-11. Hope
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🚨 New Single 🚨 Surprise, I’m releasing some new music. This song is called “Heavy.” It’s available on most streaming platforms and comes in at a quick, cool 2 minutes and 19 seconds. It was recorded live in Brooklyn by .howie at Mozart Street studio. If ya dig it, shares n’ comments n’ things sure do help those algoo-rhythms 🥁

What am I pointing at? Possibly a pelican. Just wanted to let you know that my next show is at on Wednesday 5/18. I’ll be getting there by boat. It’s Stage One, 9pm, no cover charge. I think this is my first play in Manhattan since moving back. Tell a friend 😙✌🏼

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Off to Colorado this Friday. Can’t wait to see some ol’ chums in my home state. ANDDDD when I return to Brooklyn I’ll be at my favorite haunt, .tavern, with the trio featuring &

Tour starts Friday with . Here we are doing his tune “100 Miles” at , Luke is stoic as a gargoyle while I’m heading to solotown, USA. Ever been?

This Friday and I embark on a little Midwest tour. Last time I saw Luke we were strolling the beaches of the Kachemak Bay in Alaska - as seen above👆🏼Dates and venues below👇🏼 see y’all out there 👉🏼
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2.18 ~ Ed’s No-Name ~ Winona, MN w/
2.19 ~ Circle-A-Cafe ~ Milwaukee, WI
2.20 ~ The Lift - Dubuque, IA w/
2.21 ~ ~ Chicago, IL
2.23 ~ ~ Minneapolis, MN
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Gearing up for more shows this February compared to many months prior. Really looking forward to getting out there. The Jalopy Tavern residency starts tonight with Eliza joining the bill. Remember, you can’t roller skate in a buffalo herd BUT you can be happy if you’ve a mind to 🛼 🦬🕺 // 📷 - Carolyn Pender