Elliot Vernon

Elliot Vernon is a versatile musician best known as the keyboard player and occasional vocalist for the Scottish pirate metal band Alestorm. Since joining Alestorm, he has contributed to shaping their unique blend of heavy metal with folk and pirate themes, adding keyboard layers and sometimes harsh vocals that enhance the band’s energetic and theatrical sound. Besides his work with Alestorm, Elliot has pursued solo projects, releasing albums like *The Flame* (2021), *Zombiewizard* (2023), and *The Waves Will Carry You* (2025), which showcase his broad musical creativity beyond the pirate metal realm.

His journey with Alestorm began around 2011, and he has been part of their rise to international recognition, performing energetic live shows and contributing to several albums that mix metal with humor and storytelling. Known for pushing the boundaries within his genre, Elliot balances long metal tradition with fresh elements, making him a dynamic figure in modern heavy metal.