Elana Rogers

Photo by Scott D. Smith

Transplanting to Denver from her hometown of Dallas, TX in the spring of 2002, Elana Rogers brought with her years of expertise as a professional singer/songwriter. As a teenager she taught herself drums followed by acoustic guitar and began composing songs to accommodate her already existing vocal talent. It wasn't long before she was introducing her soulful, independently-crafted material in local clubs and pubs in Dallas. Following several years of performing, Elana decided to expand her horizons and embark on a new journey: She relocated to beautiful Colorado. She took the plunge with only a few bucks in her pocket, no job lined up, and only knowing a handful of people. Her favorite quote is, "Love the journey, not the destination." This unique experience is translated into some of her music.

Many strums later, she released her distinctive Denver debut CD "One of Those Days" in May 2005. This Denver debut warranted an excellent review in the Westword by Michael Roberts. She was since invited to perform at the 2005 CHUN's People's Fair, has performed on 99.5 The Mountain's "Homegrown Hour" several times, and for her 1st ever year to attend the prestigious Durango Songwriter's EXPO she was personally selected to showcase! She's been featured in the Mile High News. The band "Elana Rogers & The Reason" successfully launched themselves into the FINALS of The Toad Tavern's "Get a Leg Up" Battle of the Bands!

Venues performed at include: Oriental Theater, Soiled Dove, Herman's Hideaway, The D Note and the Gothic Theater. Her band "Elana Rogers & The Reason" (2005-2006) included the talented Dave Diflumeri, Eddie Garcia and Dave Thomas. After a fun and exciting year with "Elana Rogers & The Reason", she returned to her solo roots while collaborating with fine friends and musicians and returned to the studio to record her follow-up CD "Someone Like You".