Emi V is a multi-intstrumental singer/songwriter from Scotland. She is an 'uniquely soulful & emotive singer' that others have likened to a wide range of artists ranging from Sarah Maclachlan to Joni Mitchell.
Her debut single and music video 'Open Your Eyes' was released early 2020, whch was instrumental in Emi going on to reach Number 4 in the Viva! Chart of top 15 artists in 2021. Her second single, 'Walking Away was released in April 2020 with all proceeds going to the 'Tech Device Network' initiative. 'Walking Away' gained attention and air time on Amazing Radio and other stations, plus features in many articles in the UK and also across the EU.
The Scottish music industry is very excited about her debut EP - due for release in 2021.
Emi V, at the age of 15, performed at over 40 gigs, 2 live lounge recordings, and 10 festivals all over Scotland. Highlights included opening the main stage at Culzean Castle's 'The Gloamin' music festival', playing the main stage at 'V in the Park' with bookings on breakthrough stages at Eden Festival, Party at the Palace, Live@Troon, Prestfest, K-Fest, Party in the Park, Easterfest and Tamfest.
Emi V was the only performer under the age of 18 to record a Bowie track for the tribute charity album 'Cover Ups', released in January 2020. Emi covered the Bowie song, 'Magic Dance', from the soundtrack to Labyrinth, with profits going to the Beatson charity.
EXPECT BIG THINGS FROM THIS EVEN BIGGER VOICE IN 2021!!
Named Number 4 in the Viva! Chart of top 15 artists for 2021. Podcast number 51.
Viva.org.uk/podcasts
Interview with Gavin Chappell-Bates, Podcast 50.
Viva.org.uk/podcasts
Read the full article here: https://www.newfoundsound.co.uk/introducing/emi-v
"A fantastic singer/songwriter whose career is only just starting and has been great to watch her go from success to success and shows no sign of stopping! Emily has performed at many of our high profile events over the years. For someone at such a young age she is already the consummate professional and can adapt her performance and handle the pressure of major events with ease. If you are looking for a performer with genuine talent, charisma and as an added extra a really nice person then we cannot recommend Emily highly enough!" - Eventure Scotland
Watch the full performance here: https://youtu.be/hWcB7yjgEKs?t=5705
Finale performance of 'Mad Hatter', here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtlFvy1LjjE
Looking forward to singing a few of my originals and having a chat with Nikki this Monday!
https://celticmusicradio.net/schedule/
EP on its way, Recording of my first 3 original tracks nearly complete. Vocals and mastering this Saturday! Looking forward to sharing the music with you <3
RTead the full interview here: https://www.ayrshiremagazine.com/past-issues/issue-35/#dflip-df_5146/23/
Excited to be added to this playlist alongside Luke La Volpe, The Ninth Wave, Travis and more!
First airplay on Amazing Radio
Read full review here: https://www.babelmagazine.es/emi-v-lanza-su-nuevo-single-walking-away-cuyos-beneficios-iran-a-la-campana-tech-device-network/
Included in the April edition among artists such as Bon Iver, Jessie Ware, Joesef and more.
Happy to be added to the Scots Whay Hae Spotify playlist
See full article here: http://www.pcnmagazine.uk/emi-vs-beautiful-new-single-walking-away-about-struggles-of-strange-times-with-all-proceeds-going-to-the-tech-device-network-campaign/
"‘Walking Away’ kicks off with Emi’s spectacular voice, truly breathtaking, but what’s even more impressive is the raw, unfiltered emotion, someone so young yet fully cognizant and aware, it’s a rare gift indeed to be this talented, and she’s making full use of those talents. Full disclosure, I received this today, and wanted it up today, usually this would mean a lot of rushing about to make sure I’ve given the track a good few listens, and that was the case here, but i didn’t feel like work, It felt like a gift to get to see another step forward in the what I’m sure will be a phenomenal career for this talented young artist. I also suggest that you listen to it a good few times, not just because it’s a great track, but because it gets better with subsequent listens, it’s emotional, deep and resonant, right off the bat but it gets more complex and yet someone counterintuitively simple as you listen to it, all I can say, is you need to listen to it for yourself."
https://offtherecordblog.org/2020/04/23/single-review-emi-v-walking-away/
Interview with Scene Radio
Amazing Radio with Jim Gelatly . First radio play of 'Walking Away'
"‘Open Your Eyes’ opens with melodic, soothing piano music, that just flows forward sweeping you away, and then you are hit by her powerful and transcendent voice, all the more impressive given her age. Honestly though it’s rare to find a track of this quality, and given that this is her first, I’m sure we can all expect a lot more from the sensational talent that is Emi V. I like songs with a sad or bitter note to them, I’m not sure why, but Emi manages to capture that melancholic energy perfectly, a mournful and beautiful ballad that tugs at the heart strings and really resonates with the listener. I strongly suggest you check this out now, if you haven’t already."
Read the full review here: https://offtherecordblog.org/2020/03/06/single-review-emi-v-open-your-eyes/
"Emi V recently released her first solo original single ‘Open Your Eyes’ - a mesmerising piano led ballad which lays bare the strength of Emily’s vocal. Accompanied by a delicate minimal string arrangement, this track is a beautiful introduction to the world for Emi V and is sure to set her in good stead for future collaborations, co-writes and releases. Already in 2020, Emi V has taken to stages like Glasgow’s Barras Art & Design, King Tuts Wah Wah Hut, Prestwick’s Taj Bar and more - keep your eyes peeled for more performances sure to come this year."
Read full review here: https://www.resonatescot.co.uk/news/2020/3/3/resonate-artist-of-the-week-emi-v
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Christmas Light switch on
Under 18s gig
Support act for Scott Wishart
Music Matters, Happiness Matters, You Matter. Charity gig.
Diversity Event.
Featured act
Busking at the Foodcourt
Featured act.
Young Musician Evening
International Womens Day gig
Supporting act for Katee Kross
Featured act
Musicians showcase evening
Support act for Taylor Buntain
Support act for The Best Bad Influence
All female promo night
All ages showcase gig, Main stage.
Easter Festival
SAW Acoustic evening of music
Live Lounge with Scarlett Randle and Aonghgas Maxwell
Launch Night
Mini Festival
Rabbies Tavern
Young peoples suicide prevention and awareness, charity gig, supporting act.
Opening main stage act
Main stage act
Featured act
Mini festival
Main stage act
Purple Orange Arts stage
Stranraers music festival.
Breakthrough stage
Halloween set at Harleys Bar Ayr
Supporting act for Taylor Buntain
Celebrate Kilmarnock, One Blue String charity event
Main stage and community stage sets, Christmas set list.
Christmas lights switch on party
Support act for Nicol and Elliot
Pop up gig, main stage slot
Tune in to hear some exclusive news with me chatting to Nikki on Nikki at Noon <3
Main stage, future EP promo and release of 'Walking Away' teaser.
Promo clip here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FbMxNwyyAo
Songs for my Granny, proceeds to the Tech Device Network
Exclusive pre-release radio play of my second single 'Walking Away' on Amazing Radio with Jim Gelatly! Due for official release 23/04/20.
viva.org.uk
Live Christmas song set, streamed on You Tube and Facebook
viva.org.uk/podcasts Episode 52 and Episode 50
Playing Mugstock for the 1st time!