A pop-acoustic singer-songwriter from Melbourne, Emma Burt has a passion to write songs with warm, fuzzy melodies while penning lyrics that unpack her own decision-making choices.
After spending most of the first part of the '20s releasing acoustic covers with her musical partner, guitarist Nath, last month Emma released her first original single.Titled '10 Years', the song details the process of coming to terms with your own past. "'10 Years' is a song about how intense emotions and internal battles can rattle and push away relationships," Emma says.
"Exploring whether time and reflection can heal the past or if you are always going to be pondering why something ended. Does the person that caused the pain deserve the opportunity to give answers years later or is it better to leave the past where it stands?"
Who is Emma Burt... I grew up in south-east Melbourne. I am a fashion and music enthusiast, I love travelling. Songwriting to me is therapy, I get clarity through tough decisions by writing lyrics.
I sound like... So many genres mixed together.
My first gig was... The Grape & Hop in Montmorency in Melbourne.
In the studio I usually... Hang out with the cutest studio mascot – a fluffy chihuahua called Larry. He is very good at harmonising.
If I could tour with anyone... Sabrina Carpenter – she is such an inspiration.
Social media is... A Pandora's box.
My favourite app at the moment... TikTok – what a spiral.
To date, my most embarrassing moment was the time... That time I was waitressing, tripped and spilt a drink on a a really nice customer. Ooops!
If you'll have me on your bill, all I ask is that the rider contains... Strawberry Freddo frogs.
The most scary scenario I've found myself in, was... In Greece, I was riding a quad bike and it broke down in the middle of a very busy and narrow road at midnight.
What celebrity/ famous person would you love to be your spokesperson... Taylor Swift of course! She is talented, creative and an absolute boss.
If you had to live in a city abroad, where would you choose and why? New York where dreams are made, of course.
Three people you'd like to invite around for a dinner party... Billy Joel, Carole King and my bestie, so we could talk about all the amazing and interesting situations they have been through.
If we were coming over to your place, what would you cook us? Does a cheese platter, charcuterie board count? Yum!
When it comes to pets are you a lover or hater of our furry friends? I love all pets. I have a cat and he is so cute.
No matter the expense, send me a case of... Aperol Spritz.
The last time I saw the inside of a gym was... Can't go wrong with an outdoor run.
What's the one chore you dislike the most? Washing my car. . . I struggle to clean the roof, haha.
Do you have any phobias... A wise person said never to reveal your weaknesses.
Would you ever partake in a reality show? 'Selling Sunset'. I love watching real estate shows.
If you could prank any of your friends, who's your target, and how are you bringing them down? My bestie – can't go wrong with a good jump scare.
Best local takeaway joint for a midnight feed that will leave you with a food coma? Taco Bill.
Which fictional character best describes your personality? Probably Bubbles from the 'Power Puff Girls' – have you seen that video or her emitting supersonic sounds to attract cats?
Last show you binge-watched? I love rewatching 'Gossip Girl'.
