Unplugged Lounge Conversations with EMEREE

EMEREE is a producer-first artist whose creative DNA layers retro soul, 50s vibes, and modern R&B into a rich, self-made soundscape. Equally at home behind the mixing desk and in front of the mic, she crafts lush harmonies and razor-sharp emotion—whether yielding quietly powerful statements like “Spring Cleaning” or delivering live with tricky two-octave leaps and whistle harmonies in songs like “Smooth Honey”. Her fearless artistry is building momentum ahead of more unhinged releases to come. 

Continue reading to learn more about EMEREE. . .

Thanks for chatting with us at Sonic Sisters Magazine! Can you share a bit about how your journey into music began?

I started as a classically trained flutist, playing in orchestras and jazz bands, before falling completely in love with producing and songwriting. Eventually, I realised I didn’t just want to play other people’s music — I wanted to create my own, from the first lyric to the final mix.

Who have been some of the most significant influences on your musical style?

Cleo Sol, RAYE, Necter Woode, Joy Crookes, and Ariana Grande — they all bring a mix of vulnerability, groove, and vocal precision that I’m endlessly inspired by.

And which female musicians or women in the music industry have inspired your journey?

Ariana Grande for her vocal mastery and work ethic, and Alissa Benveniste for her artistry and fearlessness in navigating the industry.

How do your personal experiences shape your songwriting, and what do you hope listeners take away from those connections?

My songs are basically my diary — only with better hooks. I overshare, I’m brutally honest, and with Eyesore, I was taking back my power after a pretty awful experience.

Congratulations on your brand-new single Eyesore! What inspired this particular song?

A dumb man with the world’s biggest ego.

What song (not your own) has had the biggest influence on you and why?

Promises by Cleo Sol. It’s been my top song for the past three years — it’s hypnotic, soothing, and emotionally deep all at once.

Is there a song in your catalog that holds a special personal meaning for you?

Definitely Eyesore. It’s my most honest and raw track to date — it felt scary to be that direct, but also empowering to turn something horrible into something fun, dramatic, and a little bit savage.

What are some of the aspirations you have for your music moving forward?

I want to headline a European tour, keep producing for artists I love, and build a catalogue of music that’s instantly recognisable as mine from the very first note.

What advice would you give to emerging female artists who are just starting out in the music world?

Back yourself. It’s hard enough to get taken seriously, but it’s even harder if you’re not your own biggest champion.

Before we wrap up, is there anything else you’d like to say to our readers?

Wear sunscreen, drink water, and stream Eyesore — preferably while strutting down the street.