Granville Automatic

Granville Automatic is a Nashville-based Americana duo formed by singer/songwriter Vanessa Olivarez and historical fiction writer Elizabeth Elkins. Known for their cinematic storytelling and vintage-leaning sound, the pair often draw on American history, forgotten towns, and personal stories to craft their songs. With influences ranging from classic country to alt-rock, they've created a unique niche over the years, blending lush harmonies with lyrics that feel both intimate and sweeping.

Their albums, including Radio Hymns and Tiny Televisions, are rich with themes of memory, displacement, and mythology of place—especially the American South and West. Granville Automatic’s songwriting is steeped in detail, with a literary touch that mirrors Elkins' background as a novelist and Olivarez’s expressive vocal delivery. The name "Granville Automatic" itself comes from a 19th-century typewriter, a fitting nod to their love of language and storytelling.