Pocketful of Sun marks the return of one of the original trailblazers of the UK country music scene… the new album is available now. With a nod to the cheeky mischief of The Chicks, the country guitar-rock of Sheryl Crow, and Emma’s idiosyncratic soulful take on Americana, Pocketful of Sun takes gives us a glimpse into Emma’s years on the road in Nashville, TN (18 Hours), her thoughts on the music industry (Sweetest Song) and a moving reflection of her hometown of Hull (Guess It Was Ours).
Emma King’s remarkable journey has already taken her from Northern England to Tennessee, touring Europe and receiving 5-star album reviews along the way. Having lived in Tennessee for 8 years, Emma became a welcomed regular of Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe and represented the UK at Nashville’s CMA International festival, appearing on radio stations across the country including the legendary WSM (home of the Opry). Emma is renowned for her captivating and high energy live shows and has supported artists such as Jo Dee Messina, Deanna Carter, Thompson Square, Brett Michaels, Sohie Ellis Bextor, The Drifters, Old Dominion, and Exile.
On her return to England Emma has received unwavering support from the BBC including Radio 2, with live performances on BBC London, HMV’s recommended release, rave reviews from Maverick, Blues Magazine and sharing cover mounts with Joe Bonamanasa.
The sunflower-strewn fields of Emma King’s new album Pocketful of Sun have a deeper meaning than just a hopeful nod to the British summer. Emma’s autistic daughter Eloise has played her part in the song’s inspiration, and the sunflower has become a symbol of empathy and inclusivity for those with hidden disabilities.
The album’s title track sums up the infectious joy of childhood, whilst Better Than It Was deals directly with the struggles and inequalities of the county’s current SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) system, and a need for reform.
‘One to Watch’ – BBC Radio 2
“A sound that sits mid-point between the gospel soul of Aretha Franklin and the dirty blues of Fleetwood Mac – really something special”. – The Blues Magazine
