Emil James - Memory Lane (Single)
South West London based rapper/singer-songwriter Emil James and Producer Sam Ellwood present their latest work “Memory Lane” is a track reminiscent of old-school hip-hop records from the likes of A Tribe Called Quest and Slum Village, whilst also carrying the same vibe and energy of modern UK artists such as Loyle Carner. The single takes the listener on a journey discussing nostalgia and how we should never forget our past, or how it informs our present, through well-crafted beats and incredible lyricism.
Emil James draws influence from a multitude of different artists and genres, creating a fresh and exciting blend of hip-hop, trip-hop and indie rock music Emil has performed at some top-class venues across London as well as festivals like Boomtown and Cross the Tracks. With a talent for live performance, Emil places a lot of importance on his energy and lyricism, features which he feels are being forgotten by artists in the present day.
Having amassed over 450,000 streams on Spotify, Emil James is proving to be an artist to keep an eye on.