Emily Saunders – Sideways
Critically acclaimed vocalist, producer and songwriter, Emily Saunders is set to dazzle the music world once again with the release of her latest track, “Sideways” (Release Date: March 1st, 2024). This vibrant, joy-infused track promises to be the 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.
A prolific and skilled producer, songwriter, Saunders has garnered praise from industry insiders and musicians alike (“Absolutely Brilliant,” Jamie Cullum on BBC Radio 2). She seamlessly blends virtuosity and adventurous musicianship of the highest order, creating a unique fusion – future-jazz inspired, her melodic hooky basslines underpin her riffs and grooves, with an irresistibly catchy pop sensibility. At the core of Sideways 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.
“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.’”
Reflecting on the track, Emily Saunders shared:
Hailing from London, raised in Brixton, Emily’s music has already made waves in the music industry, achieving Top 10 in international iTunes and Amazon charts in the UK, USA, Germany, France and Indonesia. Her work has garnered multiple 4-star reviews from renowned publications such as: the Evening Standard, The Guardian, The Independent, and The Daily Telegraph. Her music has also received widespread radio play on BBC Radio1, 2, 3, 4, 6, Jazz FM and numerous national stations across the globe, from the US and Japan, to Australia, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Turkey, New Zealand, Mexico, South Africa and more.