Emily King: Tiny Desk Concert

Emily King’s Tiny Desk set feels like “getting hugged by a rose petal,” with her silky voice soaring over dreamy harmonies from her tight-knit band. She navigates gut-wrenching breakup tunes like “Georgia” and “Down” before flipping the mood with upbeat self-empowerment anthems “This Year” and “Special Occasion,” showcasing her knack for turning personal pep talks into universally catchy jams.

Between songs, King’s excitement is contagious as she chats about years of collaboration with bassist Jeremy Most and how she writes music to lift herself (and us) up on dark days. The result is a warm, effortlessly cool performance that reminds you why Tiny Desk concerts are best enjoyed with a good friend.

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