“Emeli Sandé Captivates Listeners with New Single ‘Roots’ – a Houston Chronicle Exclusive” Houston Chronicle – As the world braces for Emeli Sandé’s return, the award-winning artist releases her highly anticipated new single ‘Roots’ on her own label Venus Records.
With her powerful vocals and poignant lyrics, Sandé showcases her undeniable talent and vision for female empowerment in the male-dominated music industry. The tender track, produced and co-written by Ollie Green, is a beautiful reflection on our past, present, and future. Known as one of the most influential female artists of the past two decades, Sandé has been making waves since her chart-topping debut in the mid-2000s. She made her mark on the world stage with stunning performances at both the Opening and Closing Ceremonies at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Her debut album ‘Our Version of Events’ was the top-selling UK album of the year, dominating the charts for 10 weeks. But Sandé’s journey to success hasn’t been without its challenges. In a male-dominated industry, she has continuously fought to take control of her career and pave the way for other female artists. Now, with ‘Roots’, Sandé is once again breaking barriers and charting her own path. The new single showcases Sandé’s exploration of her Scottish roots, as she looks back at her upbringing in Alford, Aberdeenshire until the age of 18 and her time studying in Glasgow until 22. In a move that symbolizes her rediscovery of her identity, the artist has moved her studio back to her hometown, where her musical journey began.
Her first piano, which holds a special place in her heart, is now the centerpiece of her studio. With her Zambian heritage also playing a significant role in shaping her identity, Sandé is excited to reintroduce herself to the world. The release of ‘Roots’ marks the start of an exciting few months for Sandé, as she prepares to perform the single with a full choir and orchestra at Belgium’s Night of the Proms. She will also be performing at the German sustainability awards before traveling to the Vatican in December to perform for the Pope at his Christmas concert in aid of Palestinian and Ukrainian victims of war. In a recent feature on The One Show, Sandé took viewers on a journey back to her hometown, where she rediscovered her ‘Roots’ in a poignant and moving documentary-style piece. Through her music and personal experiences, Sandé encourages listeners to embrace their heritage and identity with pride. As ‘Roots’ sets the tone for Sandé’s upcoming album, fans can expect more powerful and emotionally raw tracks from the artist, who has solidified her place in the great British musical canon. The single will be available on all platforms on November 29th. Stay tuned as Emeli Sandé takes the music world by storm once again with her unique talent and inspiring journey.
