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Singer-songwriter Emily King performs a sophisticated mix of contemporary pop and soul with unmistakable silky, lush vocals and a joyous, magnetic stage presence.
Born and raised in New York City’s Lower East Side, she began her career playing venues in Greenwich Village and was discovered by Clive Davis, who signed her to J Records at age 21.
King has toured extensively, most recently headlining a European tour and performing alongside Norah Jones on her Visions tour and Jacob Collier on his North American Djesse Vol. 4 tour.
A cross-genre artist and a songwriter’s songwriter, she has collaborated with an array of acclaimed contemporaries:
- Robert Glasper
- Sara Bareilles
- Brittany Howard
- Lukas Nelson
- Jon Batiste
King has written and released several critically acclaimed albums including "Seven" and "The Switch." Her most recent album, "Special Occasion," received a Grammy nomination for Best R&B.
King is currently working on a new release with Making Music Records from her home in the Catskill Mountains.