Emily Mercer

Emily Mercer is a Manchester-based indie artist originally from the Suffolk coast, writing genre-defiant songs for over-thinkers, self-saboteurs and anyone still thinking about something they said in 2016. Her music unravels the stories we tell ourselves - one piano-led confession at a time.

Her sound blends indie-pop hooks, jazz-inspired harmony and classic piano songwriting into something nostalgic, off-centre, and quietly sincere.

Distinctive contralto vocals sit among rich keys and smooth grooves, creating a warm, sophisticated sound with a softly lo-fi, DIY edge.

A sharp and playful lyricist, Mercer lays her cards on the table, sharing lessons learned the hard way and celebrating our shared weirdness. Threaded with dry humour - awkward, self-aware and surprisingly disarming - her songs offer up a messy humanity with a lot of heart.