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Critically acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and producer, Emily Saunders is set to release ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ — her upbeat, soul-infused album that blends smoky vocals with jazz-fusion and folk-pop sensuality. Saunders crafts a deeply personal and emotional soundscape, evoking magical nights filled with warmth, connection, and freedom. Her songs inspire hope and healing, embodying a belief in music's power to uplift and transform. Her musical influences push boundaries to make music that pops. Think Brazilian and broken beats meet Goldfrapp with echoes of Erykah Badu and India Arie.
The album focus single, also out 28th March, is the vibrant, joy-infused ‘Sideways’, which promises to be an anthem of Spring, beckoning listeners to embrace life's twists and turns with a spirit of joy and resilience.
‘Sideways’ delivers a powerful message of finding light and love amidst life’s darkest moments. With multi-layered vocals and poetic lyrics dancing over bubbly riffs and driving grooves, the track is an irresistible call to happiness, light and life. At the core of the track is Emily’s soaring, enchanting voice, which playfully dances over her infectious tunes and bold music-production in such a way to effortlessly weave their way into the listener’s soul.
Reflecting on the track, Emily Saunders shared; “Sideways is just about tripping through life; that some things can knock us over, and some things lift us up, and how friendships and love can help us see sunshine even on the cloudiest of days. This song is a celebration of how connections and love illuminate our path and cushion the falls with a comforting warmth. ‘How we walk through our days, grey clouds shine with sunny golden linings, clouds blow by as the sun lights the sky, warm love on a dark day.’”
Her new album ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ is a creation of beauty, strength, and soul. Saunders is at her best, her voice is rich and magnetic, wrapping around melodies with effortless grace and artistry, offering an intimate journey through her world of deep feeling and dynamic sounds. The album conjures the perfect night — the air is warm and sultry, your friends are by your side, and the evening has just begun. Think honey vibes and breathless pop sexiness. Saunders keeps you hooked from the first track. Every note is a reminder to live life with joy and openness.