GRAMMY-nominated Elderbrook Unveils “Bette Davis Eyes,” an Emotive Hotel-Room-Recorded Cover of Kim Carnes’ 1981 Classic
Elderbrook is a Grammy- and Ivor Novello–nominated multi-instrumentalist, producer, and singer-songwriter known for blending emotional depth with genre-bending electronic production. Breaking out with the 2017 global hit “Cola” alongside CamelPhat, he has since released three acclaimed albums—Why Do We Shake in the Cold? (2020), Little Love (2023), and Another Touch (2024)—amassing over 2 billion streams worldwide. His music stands out for its warm vocals, introspective themes, and innovative approach to electronic sound.
Equally celebrated for his live performances, Elderbrook brings a dynamic, instrument-driven energy to stages around the world. He has toured with major acts like Jungle, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and ODESZA, and performed at landmark venues including Coachella’s Sahara Stage and Red Rocks. His wide-ranging collaborations—with names like Diplo, Black Coffee, Vintage Culture, and Bob Moses—further cement his reputation as a boundary-pushing artist shaping the future of electronic music.
“I’ve been doing these Hotel Room Sessions for years now. Whenever I’m traveling for shows, I end up with so much extra time in hotel rooms, so I thought I’d find something productive to do. The Bette Davis Eyes cover stood out to me, and people really connected with it, which brings us here. This is the first Hotel Room Session that I have released outside of YouTube.” – Elderbrook
Elderbrook returns with a deeply emotive new single: an intimate, modern cover of Kim Carnes’ classic “Bette Davis Eyes.” Recorded in a hotel room for his Hotel Room Sessions series, the track spotlights his clear, dusky vocals over soft, organic instrumentation. The stripped-back opening creates a warm, vulnerable mood, letting his expressive delivery and the song’s timeless lyrics shine. As the production gradually expands with gentle harmonies and textured layers, the cover evolves into a contemporary, atmospheric rendition that feels both soulful and sing-along-ready.
The release caps off a strong run of singles for Elderbrook, following “Teardrop” with Jan Blomqvist and “Waterfall” with Ahmed Spins. Together, they showcase his ability to reinterpret classics, craft emotive originals, and experiment with new sonic palettes—all while maintaining the heartfelt, human touch that defines his music.
Elderbrook‘s forthcoming shows:
Dec 12, 2025 – A.I. Warehouse – Washington, DC
Dec 13, 2025 – Marquee New York – New York, NY
Dec 14, 2025 – We Belong Here – St. Petersburg, FL
Jan 14, 2026 – AO Live – Melbourne, Australia
Feb 05, 2026 – Igloofest Montréal 2026 – Montréal, Quebec
Mar 06-07, 2026 – M3F Festival – Phoenix, AZ
Mar 18-22, 2026 – SXM Festival – Marigot, Saint Martin
Make sure you check out “Bette Davis Eyes” on YouTube below and over on Spotify!
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