She knows no limits! A real powerhouse! No-one quite like her — she’s just carving out her own space.” – Simon Phillips, Jazz FM.
Critically acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and producer, Emily Saunders is set to release ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ — her upbeat, soul-infused album that blends smoky vocals with jazz-fusion and folk-pop sensuality. Saunders crafts a deeply personal and emotional soundscape, evoking magical nights filled with warmth, connection, and freedom. Her songs inspire hope and healing, embodying a belief in music’s power to uplift and transform. Her musical influences push boundaries to make music that pops. Think Brazilian and broken beats meet Goldfrapp with echoes of Erykah Badu and India Arie.
Ahead of the album release, Saunders has unveiled a gorgeous new single entitled ‘Floating’. The stunning track takes a positive stance on lost love and failed relationships, philosophizing about accepting your own responsibility and the process being a learning experience of self-reflection. It’s a love song with a twist”, says Saunders. “When a relationship fails — it hurts, but ‘Floating’ is about taking accountability; knowing and accepting your role in the blame game. Realising, ‘Oh, that was totally my fault,’ taking emotional stock, learning from it, and moving forward.
“When I write songs like this, I see it all in pictures, and I use words and music to describe the scenes in my imagination. I sing this live paired back with just me on voice and keys, but for this new single I decided to go full-on ‘Emily-style’ production with multi-layered choruses of synth, guitars, and voices, contrasting with ‘lone’ verses representing an honest, reflective voice telling a story and sharing an experience.” Speaking of her singing the song live, we have a number of opportunities to hear her lovely jazz fusion songs which have the critics pulses racing and their comments singing her praises. There are two gigs coming up on the 7th & 14th March.
Born in Charing Cross, Saunders grew up in Brixton, South London, in a highly musical family, singing from the age of four. But navigating challenging family dynamics in her teens, she sought shelter and support at a local hostel, where she lived for three years from age 16. “These difficult years spurred me on creatively, and music became my safe space, where I transformed the adversity from teenage chaos to a deeper understanding of the impact of sound on those turbulent times. This has been my driving force ever since”, she explains.
Her new album ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ is a creation of beauty, strength, and soul. Saunders is at her best, her voice is rich and magnetic, wrapping around melodies with effortless grace and artistry, offering an intimate journey through her world of deep feeling and dynamic sounds. The album conjures the perfect night — the air is warm and sultry, your friends are by your side, and the evening has just begun. Think honey vibes and breathless pop sexiness. Saunders keeps you hooked from the first track. Every note is a reminder to live life with joy and openness.
Dubbed “the Queen of Jazz Fusion,” her engaging, distinctive vocals, and hands-on production blend pop and soul-jazz with echoes of Brazilian beats. With the album, Saunders masterfully balances depth and joy, offering a soul-soothing escape filled with groove, melody, and heart. Expect catchy songs, infectious grooves, and vibrant rhythms.
After her critically acclaimed debut album, her follow-up, ‘Outsiders Insiders’, was described by BBC Radio 2’s Jamie Cullum as “absolutely brilliant,” showcasing her artistry with unique compositions praised for their originality. Today, Saunders is unstoppable. Now, on her highly anticipated forthcoming new album, ‘Moon Shifts Oceans’, she has again raised the bar, offering a powerhouse of hits — her best yet, and hailed by critics as the breakout star for 2025.
‘Moon Shifts Oceans’ is released on CD & Vinyl LP on 28th March via The Mix Sounds.
For more information visit: http://www.emilysaunders.co.uk
