Emily Davis

Genre: Acoustic, Folk, Roots

Emily's music comes straight from the heart. It is a finely crafted expression of home truths woven with earthy acoustic sounds and hauntingly beautiful lyrics. Her raw energy, stage presence, unique vocals and soulful guitar work mesh into a performance that will enrich you with its honesty. Her live performances are warm and inviting, drawing the audience in for an especially moving experience.

Singing and songwriting since the age of 14 Emily's music is constantly evolving. The trials and joys of everyday life are translated through her poetic lyrics as she connects with her audience – providing a fresh and real perspective. Soundscapes and stories, reflections and ballads about the beauty and tragedy of urban pursuits, are brought to life in her songwriting.

Emily's performances have a balanced blend of earthy and rhythmic acoustica, and intense and emotive interludes. With influences of classical guitar, jazz, folk and pop, the fusion of sounds is carefully weaved together to form her classic style.

Emily has recently finished recording her debut album 'Moving in Slow Motion' with Monique Brumby in the producer’s seat. The album also features 'Badloves' drummer Chris Tabone and the first single released from the album is 'Anthems and Odes' - a snapshot of a friendship fostered by fate, backgammon and Turkish coffee.

“Moving in Slow Motion” has been received with open arms by the Australian music industry – resulting in:

• Airplay on Nova in Sydney
• ABC Radio and Oztracks throughout the country
  The 10 track album being picked up by Satellite Music Australia
• A high level of support from local and community radio stations across the country
• Stella album reviews in The Sunday Telegraph, Scene Magazine, POP Republic, Eleven Magazine, Rip It Up, dB, Blaze, Music SA and Triple J Unearthed
• Debut single “Anthem & Odes” – charting number 2 (after David Campbell) on the Soundlikecafe Vol. 14 chart
• Follow-up single “Particularly Beautiful” charting strongly on Soundlikecafe Vol. 15
• Entry into Festivals – WOMADelaide (1200 fans packed around the Moreton Bay stage) and Peatsridge 2007
• Television Coverage on ABC’s Stateline and Channel 9’s Postcards
• 400 fans and supporters at the album launch on Feb 24th at the Governor Hindmarsh

Emily has performed alongside some of the finest female singer/songwriters on the international stage – Sue-Anne Stewart, Kate Miller-Heidke, Merri-May Gill, Monique Brumby, Kristina Olsen and Diana Ah Naid.

In 2006 Emily completed her first national tour of New South Wales, Victoria and Brisbane playing in venues such as the Vanguard, the Brass Monkey, the Heritage, the Espy and the Troubadour. And 2007 sees her hit the road for the second year in a row with her 4 piece band – The Sunday Brides.

Emily is arguably one of Adelaide’s most popular musicians, playing at venues such as The Governor Hindmarsh, the Jade Monkey, Jive, The Wheatsheaf Hotel, The Fad Bar, the Grace Emily and the Tin Cat Café. She has also played in the Famous Spiegeltent for the Adelaide Fringe Festival 2006/2007, as part of the 'Two More Vodkas Tour', and more recently has featured in the ABC television pilot 'The Music Room' at Higher Ground, Stateline on the ABC and Channel 9’s Postcards. Emily is also experienced playing at both private and corporate shows throughout South Australia.

Emily’s debut album has been received with great relish – already receiving airplay on Nova, ABC Radio and providing her Festival entry with her band “The Sunday Brides” into Peatsridge and WOMAD.

Emily Davis is a versatile and talented performer whose experience allows her to reach a diverse audience. Her repertoire includes many original numbers such as “Particularly Beautiful” and “Restless in June”, and also covers from a wide range of styles and artists. Her influences include the Counting Crows, Sarah McLachlan, Lisa Loeb, Joni Mitchell and U2.

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