THE EPK OF
THE EM C
Emily Carmen, aka Em C, stands out by blending her electric violin with gritty punk and alt-rock, creating a sound that’s as unique as her story. As a voice for the chronically ill and disabled, her music connects deeply with listeners, turning personal battles into powerful anthems of resilience. Follow her for raw, authentic rock that both moves you and inspires change.
This is the Electronic Press Kit providing a quick rundown about Emily Carmen and her incredible work as a songwriter, lyricist and professional studio musician.
Short Bio
A few words about Emily Carmen
Emily Carmen is a songwriter, electric violinist, and recording artist dedicated to empowering the chronic illness and disability community in the music and entertainment industry. With her signature electric violin, she creates a unique sound that blends punk rock, grunge, and alternative rock, drawing comparisons to iconic '80s and '90s artists and bands like Veruca Salt, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar, Tracy Bonham, and Nirvana.
Her songwriting serves as both a personal outlet and a voice for those who have faced life-altering challenges. While her music features catchy, playful melodies, her lyrics reflect the struggles and resilience of individuals confronting severe obstacles and constant, debilitating pain—both physical and emotional. Through her heartfelt songs, Emily fosters connection and healing, encouraging listeners to embrace their own stories of resilience.
By sharing her journey, Emily Carmen shines a light on the strength of those facing immense challenges, making her a powerful advocate for the chronically ill and disabled, who are often marginalized in the industry.
Main Bio
About Emily Carmen
Emily Carmen, also known as The Em C, is a trailblazing songwriter and electric violinist dedicated to empowering the chronic illness and disability community in the music and entertainment industry. After years of grappling with an undiagnosed severe chronic illness, Emily found solace in songwriting, transforming her struggles into art that resonates with others facing similar challenges.
Graduating summa cum laude from SUNY Purchase with a degree in audio engineering, Emily completed her studies in just two years. During her time there, she honed her skills by collaborating with notable award winning film composers like Ira Newborn (known for Ace Ventura and the Naked Gun series), Steve Sandberg (composer of the hit televisons show Dora The Explorer) and Sonny Kompanek (orchestrator for The Coen Brothers). After graduation, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in film music, writing string arrangements for major world reknown Grammy winning artists like Macy Gray and performing as an electric violinist for artists produced by Grammy award winning producer, Jared Lee Gosslin.
Returning to New York, Emily realized she wanted to share her own voice instead of hiding behind other artists. Witnessing the lack of representation for the chronic illness and disability community in the music and entertainment industry fueled her determination to become a visible artist and advocate.
Her upcoming EP, "Miss Diagnosis," features songs that reflect her journey, including the first single, "1950s Housewife." This release includes inclusive music videos, including an ASL interpretation and audio description versions, showcasing her commitment to accessibility and awareness. You can find the American Sign Language version of the music video for 1950s Housewife out everywhere now and the original music video released as well.
Through heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, Emily Carmen aims to inspire resilience and connection, inviting listeners to embrace their own stories and empowering those who often feel marginalized. Her journey is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability,
and she is poised to make a significant
impact in the music world.
HEAR SONGS BY EMILY CARMEN
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HEY!
Emily Carmen - 1950s Housewife with American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation
Emily Carmen - 1950s Housewife
EMILY CARMEN MUSIC VIDEOS
REVIEWS
Riffs, Resilience, and Revolution: Emily Carmen’s Mission to Inspire Strength Through Sound
-Bad Wolf Records
"From a technical standpoint, one of the aspects that stands out magnificently is the use of her electric violin, which takes the place of the lead guitar in what would be a classic rock band setup. With this unique instrument, Emily executes spectacular melodic lines that could easily be mistaken for a guitar, skillfully incorporating a distortion effect that, along with her polished performance, delivers one of the most remarkable solos in modern rock history.
While “HEY!” does not refer to any specific health condition, just like “1950s Housewife,” it is precisely this quality that makes it an innovative work. Emily's music shows us that, regardless of our individual circumstances, we all face our own internal struggles. More specifically, in the case of “HEY!”, we have all experienced the sorrow of a broken heart at some point. That is what true inclusion means: not that one that segments people by their condition, but rather the kind that demonstrates that, no matter who we are, we all have internal challenges to overcome. This allows Emily's music to resonate not only with a specific community but to have a universal impact."
- Bad Wolf Records
Bad Wolf Records
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