Biography
Elliot Maginot is the stage name of Gabriel Hélie-Harvey, a Canadian singer-songwriter from Quebec. He is most noted for his 2021 album Easy Morning, which was longlisted for the 2021 Polaris Music Prize and was a Félix Award nominee for Anglophone Album of the Year at the 44th Félix Awards in 2022. Maginot writes and performs in English despite being a francophone Quebecer. He has opened for acts such as Franklin Electric, Les Sœurs Boulay, Ian Kelly, and Les Trois Accords. Since 2018, he has released a Christmas song each year, except in 2020. In 2023, he released a cover of Marie-Noël. He is scheduled to perform at the Petit-Vallée Song Festival in the summer of 2026.
Highlights
- Debut album: Young/Old/Everything.In.Between (2015)
- Notable album: Easy Morning (2021)
- Longlisted for the 2021 Polaris Music Prize
- Nominated for Félix Award for Anglophone Album of the Year in 2022
- Annual Christmas song releases since 2018
FAQ
How old is Elliot Maginot / when was he born?
Elliot Maginot was born in Quebec, but his birth year is not specified.
Where is Elliot Maginot from?
Elliot Maginot is from Quebec.
What kind of music does he make?
Elliot Maginot is a French-speaking singer-songwriter who performs in both French and English.
What are his biggest hits / albums / songs?
Notable works include the album 'Easy Morning' from 2021, which was nominated for the Polaris Music Prize.
Since when has he been active?
Elliot Maginot has been active since at least 2015, when he released his first album.
Has he won any awards?
Elliot Maginot was nominated for the Félix Award for Anglophone Album of the Year in 2022.
