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Emma Cook Bio

22 year old Emma Cook an alternative folk music artist was born and raised in Toronto and has been singing for as long as she can remember. Coming from a family of musicians, she began formal singing lessons at the age of 10 and continued until she was 19. Emma is a graduate of grade 9 voice from the Western Conservatory of Music.

With over 10 years of song-writing under her belt, Emma Cook has honed her style and crafted her own original sound. Her songs are extremely powerful and are complimented perfectly by her distinct and intricate guitar playing. Mainly self-taught, Emma's guitar playing expresses her emotions almost as eloquently as her melodies and lyrics.

The summer of 2003 saw the founding of Emmazing Records, Emma Cook's own independent label which she used to release her debut album "Manifesto." The stunning quality of the song-writing and the beautiful dynamics of her voice really shine on this record. The title track from the album, "Manifesto," has received radio play from various radio stations including Waterloo's CKMS-FM and GidaFolk Radio.

Emma Cook's alternative folk music lyrics are intelligent and outspoken, reflecting her own strength and individuality, covering issues such as war, women's issues, politics, sexuality, love and of course, fun! The songs range from simple arrangements with guitar, voice and accordion, to more dynamic tunes with drums, bass, keys and percussion.

After gigging extensively on Canada's East Coast, Emma has returned to Toronto. She has headlined numerous shows in the city, including "Girls with Guitars" at C'est What, The Winchester Pub and the "Manifesto" cd release at Toronto's renowned folk club Hugh's Room. 

Emmazing Records recently held its very first Emmazing Women benefit concert in Toronto, for the Redwood Women's Shelter. Emma and the other female performers raised over $500 for the Shelter and caused a huge buzz around the city.

Emma Cook's CD "Manifesto" has garnered fantastic reviews, one of which is available at 1340mag.com. Emma was featured artist in April's issue of the Female Musician Magazine @ www.femalemusician.com.  Visit their site to read another great review. In April, the internet radio station gida folk decided to do a two day special featuring Emma's music. Tune in to Gida Folk to hear Emma Cook in rotation and read a touching review.

Due to the overwhelming success of the release of "Manifesto," Emma has begun planning a Canadian tour for 2004. 
  
Website: http://www.emmacookmusic.com