Formerly known as The Moon Whispers Elyssa is an Italian singer songwriter who left Italy at eighteen and who has since been traveling the world stopping extensively in New Zealand as well as England, Ireland and Scotland.

She writes enchanting dark ballads with evocative vocals and a story to die for. Her set is dynamic, ranging from mellow folky ballads to heavier energetic rock with a dark edge. Offering a visually stimulating performance she plays solo as well as enlisting the help of top viola, cello, flute and clarinet players.
 
Elyssa is best described as melancholic yet inspiring psych-noir .