A master of Reggae, Soul, Funk, Jazz and Pop, Emily Hanks is an efficianado when it comes to vocal prowess. Her creative flair for improvisation and her ability to always be able to read a crowd will always have you on the edge of your seat, wanting more. Her voice has been described as, 'listening to honey coated velvet'.
Currently, as one of the most sought-after performers within the Sydney music scene, you will see her regularly performing most nights of week. As a versatile performer, you might catch her at an intimate acoustic duo gig in one of Sydney's hippest bars or fronting a ten piece big band for a corporate event, and everything in between.
As a performer she has graced the stage of many of Sydney's prestigious venues and events including; performances at Thredbo Jazz Festival, Soulfest, the official Earth Hour 2013 event with Peter Garrett, Telstra Stadium singing the national anthem for the Rugby World Cup, The Morning Show on Channel 7 singing backing vocals for Stan Walker (2013), and also singing backing vocals at the 2012 Aria Week celebrations for Jason Derulo's signed artist - Arlene Zelina.
As a writer she has had songs published on both Warner Music and Ministry of Sound labels. She has recently top lined a #8 chart topping remix of 'Horses' produced by Tmrw Land's artists, Teddy Cream and co-wrote In Stereo's 'Good Time' of their Album 'She's Rock and Roll' Which went to number 2 on the Australian Artist Album Charts.
Her charisma is infectious, her voice is way beyond her years and one thing's for sure she will always light a fire under your feet to get any party started.