Emerson - Vocals & Keyboard, Songwriter
Emerson’s unique sound comes from exposure to both Caribbean and European music genres, as well as American soul music. When people ask what “style” he sings, the closest description would be rhythm and blues, soft jazz and a sound that can have a touch of country, or reggae.
Emerson is completely self-taught, and a natural musician. In his younger years, Emerson's instruments of choice were the drums and guitar and, of course, singing. He took up the keyboards ten years ago when he returned to music for his career.
Emerson uses various different musicians depending on the performance venue. For smaller venues, he usually uses a saxophone and a bass. When he performs at larger events, blues festivals and county fairs he uses a six-piece band. He has played at the Monterey, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Palo Alto, North Beach Festivals, as well as the Solano County Fair, to name a few.