Eli Lev at Marigold

Eli Lev is a Maryland-based singer-songwriter and global citizen whose music blends indie folk and Americana with lyric-forward storytelling rooted in service, presence, and shared humanity. Known for warm, earthy performances that invite reflection and collective singing, Eli creates live experiences that feel both intimate and communal.
Before becoming a full-time touring artist, Eli spent three years teaching 8th-grade English on the Navajo Nation in Northern Arizona. The wisdom and values he encountered there inspired his long-form Four Directions Project, a four-album series guided by Navajo teachings in which each cardinal direction holds distinct attributes and lessons. Each release explores a different musical landscape, together forming a cohesive body of work that bridges tradition, ancestry, and modern songwriting.
Eli’s work has since expanded into the Three Worlds Project, a trilogy exploring past, present, and future as they coexist in the present moment. His recent album Past Lives weaves ancestral memory and belonging into intimate songs featuring archival family recordings. The album and its singles have earned widespread acclaim, including hitting the Folk Alliance International (FAI) folk radio charts and winning three 2026 WAMMIE Awards for Best Folk/Bluegrass Artist, Best Folk/Bluegrass Album, and Best Country/Americana Song for "Where We Come From."
A nationally and internationally touring artist, Eli has performed thousands of shows across the United States, Europe, and the UK, building a devoted "Levitators" community through deep audience connection. Whether on a festival stage, in a listening room, or a cultural landmark, Eli Lev offers an uplifting, grounded, and emotionally resonant experience.
Watch the "Where We Come From" Community Music Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xur8G9C8LW0
Listen to Eli Lev’s music:
eli-lev.com/music