Eleni Mandell  is a lauded American singer‑songwriter whose genre-blending sound—spanning pop, folk, country, jazz, punk, and noir Americana—carries literary depth and emotional intimacy  . Since debuting with Wishbone in 1998 (produced by Jon Brion), she’s released over a dozen albums, earning praise for works like Thrill, I Can See the Future, and Wake Up Again, the latter shaped by her experiences teaching songwriting in women’s prisons  . A member of folk ensemble The Living Sisters, Mandell continues touring and creating compelling, story‑driven music rooted in Los Angeles.