Emme
More than catchy tunes
I started out in Atlanta with my $100 Peavy speakers and a $50 Shure microphone. I believe my first gig was the downtown Biltmore, but I could be wrong. I've played a lot of hotels and more than a few dives.
I once had an agent who sent me into a honky tonk joint in Tampa, Florida. I was playing jazz and standards. They literally asked me to leave -- in the middle of a set. Boom.
I've played wherever they've sent me ... dark jazzy bars, nice suit and tie clubs, and larger venues. I've gotten standing ovations in clubs and amens in church. Both feel spectacular, by the way.
I write songs about stuff that's happened to me and stuff that's happened to people I know. I reach for real every time and hope I meet that mark more times than not.
Reach me at connect@emmeleine.com and 864.221.6331.
REVIEW
Fly Fly Fly
Overall Impression
With a deeply heartbreaking theme at its heart and powerful vocal performance at its front and center, Emmeleine's profoundly evocative "Fly Fly Fly" tells a poignant and emotional story of a relationship between a mother and her son, who struggles with addiction and ultimately loses his life to it. The song begins with fond memories of the child's early years, highlighting his talent and passion for music from a young age. However, as he grows older, the lyrics reveal the darker side of his journey, as he becomes entangled in addiction. Emmeleine's lyrics paint a heartbreaking portrait of the devastating impact of addiction on individuals and their loved ones, while also exploring themes of love, loss, and acceptance. These thought-provoking themes combined with the effective arrangement and of course, Emmeleine's highly emotive and graceful vocal performance, result in a thoroughly absorbing listening experience, one that possesses an undeniably delicate touch and is replete with many engaging melodic expressions.
Strongest Point(s)
The vocal performance is nothing short of spellbinding. Emmeleine's vocals, imbued with a deep level of emotion and authenticity, serve as the track's narrative guiding light. With each note, she effortlessly navigates the highs and lows of the song, infusing it with raw vulnerability and undeniable passion. It's a performance that's able to bring out the nuances of the themes of the songs with a level of grace that proves most engaging, and there's a delicacy to how she crafts her phrases that ensures the lyrics adopt a deeply palpable sense of both heart and feeling. Concerning the arrangement and chosen instrumentation, there's a sense of restraint that speaks volumes. The tender piano progressions and gentle string layers combined with the '80s-styled percussive elements and warm-sounding synth textures found in the chorus sections provide the perfect backdrop for Emmeleine's vocals, and the way dynamics are effectively used to create a varying degree of flow within the music helps mirror the emotional fluctuations found within the lyrics. This results in a free-flowing and easily accessible piece of music that listeners can strongly resonate with and relate to.
Target Audience Appeal
"Fly Fly Fly" is an engaging piece of pop songwriting and I'm sure lovers of the genre will find it to be a worthwhile listening experience.
Artist target suggestions
Taylor Swift, Ellie Goulding, John Mayer, Adele, Madonna, Billie Eilish, Lewis Capaldi, Abby Siler, Lana Del Ray, Sam Smith
About The Reviewer
Andre @RadioAirplay is a session guitarist, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K.
REVIEW
Goodbye To You
"Goodbye to You" is an eclectic folk-pop track featuring appealing vocals and introspective lyrics. The song captures the essence of moving on from a relationship with confidence and self-assurance.
The songwriting expresses a sense of liberation and renewal after saying goodbye to a past love. The narrator reflects on the realization that they deserve to be truly loved and appreciated, acknowledging their worth and embracing a brighter future.
Overall, with its warm, soft, and catchy melody with a relatable uplifting message, "Goodbye to You" is sure to resonate with anyone who has experienced the journey of letting go and finding inner strength.
@OGMusic
REVIEW
You Will Be the One
Overall Impression
If predestined love needed a soundtrack, You Will Be The One would be a top choice. This new Pop tune by the singer Emmeleine manages to keep its cool while still relishing in the giddiness of love and romance. It has a modern sound and features a clean and clear vocal approach by Emmeleine, a catchy hook, and lyrics that spark the imagination. The moderate beat pulses forward with just enough captivating energy to command attention. Emmeleine's lyrics are playfully romantic and intimate. They read like a day dream that has been turned into a love letter. Attentive listeners will surely notice the musical nod to an iconic drum fill, but even those keeping this tune in the background will appreciate the subtle composure, spacious atmosphere, and seductive energy You Will Be The One has to offer.
Strongest Point(s)
This tune is well polished and very easy to listen to. It captures a very specific kind of mood and energy. It is neither wild nor domesticated, but uses the best qualities of each to find its own identity. This tune makes you want to dance, but in a way that only that special someone would notice. Nice work by all involved.
Target Audience Appeal
Fans of Pop and Modern Pop will enjoy You Will Be The One by Emmeleine.
Artist target suggestions
Madonna, Katy Perry, Ellie Goulding, Robyn, Cher, Gwen Stefani, Rob Thomas, Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas, Justin Timberlake, One Direction, Kylie Minogue, Carly Rae Jepson, Britney Spears, Taylor Swift
About The Reviewer
Zachary Larson @ RadioAirplay is a professional guitarist and multi-instrumentalist in New York City. He performs frequently on Broadway.
Current Project
I'm currently working on my next album, THESE STORIES. Each song is a story I, or someone I know, has lived. Some of these are pretty intense stories, including my latest release, Coming For Me. Check it out here. I'm releasing one song a month between February and December, and the final full album will be released on December 13, 2024.