Review By Darren McIntyre
Featured Artist Alert.
Emma Rivers is a country artist from Manahawkin, New Jersey where life moves between the quiet stillness of the pine forests and the wide open freedom of the Jersey Shore. From an early age , music wasn’t just something she loved – it was something that shaped her, guided by her Grandmother & Father , who introduced her to the heart & soul of Country Music, Emma developed a deep connection to storytelling and melody before she even stepped into the studio. Before stepping into the spotlight Emma lived the kind of life that now fills her songs, she spent summers on the Jersey Shore beaches chasing sunsets & open air. Emma has crafted a sound that blends modern Nashville production with timeless Country storytelling, offstage Emma remains grounded in the life that shapes her, Emma’s personality is as dynamic as her music, she’s fun, quick witted and full of energy. Please join me as I take us through 4 singles from this exciting new country artist before she unleashes her debut album upon us.
Glitter On My Boots – Banjo tones linger through the intro as Harmonica notes let this toe tapping country groover grab our attention as this thigh slapping arrangement comes at us. Emma lets her smouldering, country vocals lead the track as the cool, dark, melodic bassline drops in and wraps itself around this smile on your face track as the snare drum punches let the rhythm section lead the way as the boys come together and let this little gem tell it’s own story as the cool groove lets the groove wander freely through the track as the tempo changes pace and it lets Emma unleashe her melodic vocals that mix well with the punchy, mellow tone that allows the banjo to ripple through the composition and let us feel the energy oozing from this exciting new country artist.
Raised On Her Songs – A sweet, mellow fiddle tone unfolds as this ballad style track lets us feel the emotion pouring from this sweet star as she lets the snare taps control the track as the band leans in and really gives us a cool, soulful tone that is just incredible. The lap steel notes are elevating the track somewhat as we peel back the layers of this exciting musician as she pours her heart and soul into this fantastic number as we lose ourselves in this fantastic track, the musicianship really shines through as we get a meaty, delicious bassline that lets the tone flow effortlessly through the song as the fiddle notes really add depth, emotion to this sweet little track. The tempo is just smooth, melodic and had depth that really grabs our attention as Emma lets her smouldering, soulful vocals lead the way with this toe tapping piece that just cathes our attention and lets us go along for the journey with Emma as she pours her heart into this little cracker.
vocals andWhen The Light Found Me – Piano notes ooze from the intro as the haunting backing vocals lean in and let this awesome track unfold as we let these soaring vocals grab our attention. The arrangement is a beautiful, well thought out piece that just lets Emma play with the direction of the track as the incredible backing vocals really let the track open and soar, the lyrics just take us on the journey with Emma as she tells her story her way as this passionate, melodic number builds and builds as we get to grips with this exciting talent as she lays herself bare for all to hear. The arrangement is just incredible as the backing vocals send shivers down your spine as the track just builds as a sweet fiddle tone takes the track onwards as the melodic piano tones ripple through the mid section as Emma unleashes her incredible vocals as the cello, fiddle really elevate this thought provoking track that is just fantastic, a star in the making for sure, as she really lets her vocals, lyrics do the talking for sure
Keep Me Dancin’ – We finish on a real high with a thigh-slapping, toe-tapping country groover as the banjo tones linger through the intro as this punchy piece comes to life with a cool, punchy bass kick that lets the rhythm flow. The cool, melodic country vocals just elevate this little cracker as we get to understand this fantastic artist as she really wears her heart on her sleeve with these wholesome lyrics that just pop. The punchy, meaty beats let the track build as we get nice, mellow piano beats as we are joined by cool backing vocals that let Emma shine as this toe-tapping, hoedown-style track lets you grab your partner and waltz her around the dancefloor to this real infectious groove that is oozing from this incredible musician. These are only 4 tracks from the debut album, and judging by this, I think we are going to like the rest of this debut.
Emma Rivers –
Emma Rivers – Vocals
Track Listing –
Glitter On My Boots
Raised On Her Songs
When The Light Found Me
Keep Me Dancin
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