Emily McLoud is a multifaceted artist whose music delves into the complexities of the human experience. As a songwriter, she explores themes of life’s impermanence and the enduring beauty of change. Her music blends country, folk, and bluegrass sounds with a modern touch. Emily is known for her intimate, soul-stirring performances, and her artistry is driven by a deep need for creative expression and desire to connect with audiences on a profoundly human level. McLoud’s new single, “Canyon Ridge,” is the third from her upcoming sophomore EP to be released in 2024 and is a follow-up to her debut EP, Sugar Shine, released in 2022.
McLoud paints vivid imagery with her poetic approach to songwriting. She paints and delivers pictures with waltz-style folk melodies on “Canyon Ridge.” The rock-tinged single showcases her diverse range as a vocalist and emphasizes the nuances of her songwriting. A toe-tapping arrangement employs a minimalist approach at times, allowing McLoud’s songwriting to shine truly. She writes with refreshing honesty and touching vulnerability while allowing room for interpretation. The vague yet potent poetry of “Canyon Ridge” is only half of the reason this song will have you mesmerized. McLoud’s lush harmonies cascade around a twangy minimalism for a stunning folk-rock anthem from a promising young artist.
Being a musician is a deeply innate state for Emily. “I do what I do because I can’t not do it. It just comes out of me—it wants to find a way out,” she says. “My goal is to be human and not be beyond human by any means.”
