Emily King

Emily King is coming to a city near you with a career that has established her as one of contemporary R&B and soul's most respected singer-songwriters. Born in New York City, she grew up in a musical family as the daughter of jazz vocal duo Marion Cowings and Kim Kalesti. After performing in legendary Manhattan venues and developing her songwriting, she signed with J Records in 2004 and released her debut album, East Side Story, in 2007. Produced in part by Chucky Thompson, the album earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Album, introducing King as one of the genre's most promising new voices.

Following her departure from the major label system, Emily King embraced an independent path that allowed her artistic style to flourish. She released the EP Seven before expanding her catalog with The Switch, Scenery, Sides and Special Occasion. Throughout these releases, she has blended R&B, soul, pop and folk influences while building a reputation for thoughtful songwriting and elegant arrangements. Songs including Distance, Look at Me Now, Remind Me, Georgia, This Year and See Me have become fan favorites and contributed to additional Grammy nominations for both her recordings and songwriting.

In 2012, King received the Holly Prize from the Songwriters Hall of Fame in recognition of her originality and achievements as a songwriter. Over the years, she has collaborated with a wide range of artists while continuing to refine her distinctive musical voice. Her consistent body of work and multiple Grammy nominations have made Emily King an influential figure in modern R&B and soul, with a catalog that continues to earn critical acclaim and lasting appreciation. Purchase your tickets today at Tickets.ca.