Elliot released his debut EP '' Death of a Widow '' , through Yer Bird Records , in 2010 . Playing in New York 's Lower East Side , Elliot and his band made their way from the small bar scene to some of New York 's more popular venues , including Mercury Lounge and Webster Hall . Director Paul Cantagallo ask Elliott to compose the music for his film , Benny the Bum , which won Best Local Film at the 2012 Philadelphia Independent Film Festival . Elliot began headlining Philadelphia venues such as North Star and World Cafe Live . He was introduced to Rihanna 's former manager , Christa Shaub , which led to a chance meeting with an influential Norwegian journalist . That meeting led to a tour of Norway , a television appearance on the Norwegian show '' Store Studio '' , and a deal with the label Indie Recordings . Shortly after , he was featured on the music subscription service Tidal Rising
Philadelphia Independent Film Festival
Philadelphia Independent Film Festival
Luke Elliot