My Music Episode 375 - Emma Wharton

Emma Walton: Musical Inspirations, Anxiety, and Future Aspirations In this interview with Graham Coath from MyMusic talks to musician Emma Walton who shares insights into her daily life, sources of musical inspiration, and the challenge of fitting storytelling into the short formats preferred by social media. Emma also discusses her start in music through covering popular songs, her transition to writing original music, and her efforts to connect with audiences through shared experiences of vulnerability and anxiety. She details her journey from struggling with stage fright to confidently appearing on radio shows and managing her anxiety to perform live gigs. Emma also hints at future collaborations with other artists on her record label, Big Condor, and shares her aspirations to explore different genres, including rock, in her future projects. The interview highlights the supportive community within the Big Condor label, Emma's process for selecting parts of her songs to share on social media, and her strategies for connecting with her audience through shared vulnerabilities. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Emma Walton 01:15 A Day in the Life and Inspirations 02:45 The Challenge of Storytelling in Music Today 03:50 The Evolution of Emma's Music Career 06:50 Navigating Performances with Anxiety 09:45 The Power of Vulnerability in Music 14:15 Emma's Journey with Big Condor Records 20:43 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Aspirations 25:10 Closing Thoughts and Goodbyes