Emma Swift - You're A Big Girl Now

Blonde on the Tracks goes to streaming services on December 9, 2020. Pre-save the album here:
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You can buy the album now at all good record stores, as well as online at Bandcamp and ITunes.
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Reviews:
★★★★ - Record Collector Magazine
★★★★ - The Guardian
★★★★ - The Irish Times
8/10 - Under the Radar
8/10 - Uncut Magazine
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Featured in: Los Angeles Review of Books, LA Times, Rolling Stone, No Depression, Hot Press, Nashville Scene Best of 2020
“Her high, clear voice highlights each syllable, letting you hear the words form, one seemingly following inevitably from the other, until they feel handed down, fragments of old songs now speaking to each other.” - Greil Marcus
"The Nashville singer-songwriter finds the sometimes-hidden heart in each of the Dylan songs she chooses, softening the sarcasm of “I Contain Multitudes” and somehow making “Simple Twist of Fate” even more of a weeper. [Swift]’s version of “One of Us Must Know (Sooner or Later)” is one of her best, with her slow-burn vocals bringing out all the yearning that Dylan was too cool to let show in 1966." Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone
"...an album for our times. It has origins in the pandemic and although not perhaps a vaccine against it, it will sure help until one gets here. It’s a joy from beginning to end…" Tom Dunne, Irish Examiner
This clip was inspired by legendary designer and New York Magazine co-founder Milton Glaser, this video is a loving homage to 1960s and 1970s design, as well as a tribute to Bob Dylan. It is the third animated single from Emma's critically acclaimed "Blonde on the Tracks" album.
Art direction, concept, graphic design: Yvonne Moxham:
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Additional graphic design: James Bellesini
Animation: Alex Dar
About Blonde on the Tracks:
"There’s a Byrdsian chime here, a Carnaby Street lilt there, and pedal steel swoons bolstering Emma’s seemingly effortless vocals. Swift, like Dylan himself, contains multitudes.”
Jody Denberg, KUTX Austin
“An Emma Swift performance can bring you to the edge of tears, because her voice is both heartbreaking and heartbroken all at once. It takes a lot of resilience to be so vulnerable. She brings this strength and beauty to her upcoming album “Blonde On The Tracks,” a collection of her interpretations of Bob Dylan songs.”
Gina Frary Bacon, WFMU New York
Available below at Bandcamp and at all good record stores:
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[@papamali1]

I preordered Blonde on the Tracks, having never heard of Ms. Swift, or having heard her music. As a lifelong Dylan fan, now in my 60s, I just wanted to support anyone who not only had selected some of my all time Dylan favorites, for this heartfelt tribute, but had the bravado to include not only, the epic ‘Sad Eyed Lady of the Lowlands’, but also, the just released ‘I Contain Multitudes’! Now, that takes chutzpah! What a lovely surprise then, when it arrived a couple of weeks ago! I was already expecting a pleasant record - I mean, how can you go wrong, with those songs? But, I gotta say, this one has exceeded all expectations! It’s hardly left my turntable, since. As a producer, I am always listening with a critical ear, looking for relevance, appropriate restraint, good use of space, solid singing, musicianship and recording techniques, that are sonically interesting, without overshadowing the artist or the song. Blonde on the Tracks checks all of those boxes. Besides Emma’s great voice, obvious love and devotion to the material (and the genius who penned it), I love her interpretations, which are just loyal enough to the originals, but still manage to deliver her own artistic imprint - no easy feat, when treading such iconic, sacred ground. Even my wife, who has never been a huge Dylan fan (amazing, in light of this, that we’ve stayed together for 38 years! lol) has fallen in love with this record and has asked me several times to play “that song about Queen Jane”! It was my love of all things Bob Dylan, that drew me in, but now that Emma Swift is on my radar, I am a fan and I look very forward to checking out the rest of her recorded output, past, present and future! Highly recommended!

[@springcreekmusicfestival856]

I feel ya, buddy. This one is exceptional. Hope all is well. wrsjr

[@ub51502]

Yeah, what☝🏼 he said.

[@g1enina]

Just heard her today for the first time. Reminds me of Jennifer Warne's "Famous Blue Raincoat"

[@rb6338]

I fully agree with your text...up to what you say about your wife! I'm living the same situation but only since 37 years😉!

[@svendbosanvovski4241]

You said it all Papa. She is a revelation. Her admiration and understanding of Bob's work is palpable. I hope the great man send her a cheerio for this.

[@jorgeespinosa3179]

One of Dylan's probable, most personal songs; sung with the same angst they were written in. Emma Swift's voice is pure syrup.

[@inverterville]

Emma brings a sweetness to Dylan's songs and not in a bad way, the original is sublime and this a really good cover

[@OrggsOrggs]

You do the great man justice. Subbed.

[@marioski54]

I've listened first the cover if "I contain multitudes", by Emma Swift. A hearthbeat. And this cover is sumptuous. Thanks Ms. Smith for the gems you brings to all us

[@darkoorsic5621]

The old, the familiar, and the spark of the new and the renovated. A beautiful reconstruction!

[@nickjr600]

Holy. Shit. You are absolutely incredible. Please keep the Bob covers coming!

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Nick!

[@duckbuck1830]

I rarely feel happiness... But this made me smile so loud

[@aaronmorris3808]

Great to hear these songs brought back to life with a new voice

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Aaron!

[@jasondylansargent2195]

Emma amazing stuff 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 xx 👍

[@garad123456]

This version made the song alive for me

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you!

[@miketree5276]

Best thing I have heard in decades

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Mike!

[@curaeus007]

One of Bob's loveliest songs. Even after all these years he still blows me away and Emma sings his songs as well as anyone ever has. Great album too!

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you so much!

[@lukeheywood7334]

Time is ajet plane ....!!!!! Thankyou

[@catmaskgirl]

Everything surrounding this album is so exquisitely executed; music and visuals and vocal interpretation of Dylan's work, it's solid sincere love. >^.^< Thank Mew all who helped bring this into being.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you xx

[@tmac8892]

In love with the dream like lilt of the voice.

[@bobkat1911]

Amazing covers of these Dylan classics.

[@salvatorejfallica4617]

stunning. this rendition just makes me stop. and listen.

[@magicmarcproductions]

Emma, the Milton Glaser poster of Bob is my favorite poster of all time. The 1978 shot by Annie Leibovitz that is the video thumbnail is my favorite photo of Bob ever. You managed to get them both in one video! Great concept and idea! Yvonne did a fantastic job! Best wishes to you and all involved on the launch and success of Blonde On The Tracks!

[@antoineveling2650]

Marc Percansky The Annie thumbnail photo - nicely picked up Marc.

[@benzykaram]

Always a sublime rendition. We love you, Emma. Keep it coming.

[@papamali1]

And oh yeah, terrific video!

[@spitfireslim]

Brilliant!

[@wallytbm]

These are absolutely beautiful versions of these songs, I'm sure Dylan would be proud, you're vocals are perfect & the music is wonderful 👏👌👌👌👍👍👍👏

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Wally!

[@stevec5586]

Absolutely awesome! You have totally captured my attention! 🙂

[@johnc5160]

Splendiferous! Can't wait to hear your Going Going Gone from the criminally underrated Planet Waves.

[@rb6338]

Great cover of a great song! Perfect! Happy to see that young artists like you or Lukas Nelson in a very different style continue to sing his repertoire !

[@colinabboud4314]

Just ordered my vinyl copy today.

[@mannipaul6396]

Hhmmmm ... stumbled upon "Emma Swift / Blonde on the Tracks" via a 2page feature in the (german :-)) Rolling Stone, as a Dylan fan I thought "have to check that one out", finally took the time ... instantly hooked! Terrific! (On a side note: Famous Blue Raincoat - mentioned by some - is one of my "island records" :-) ... but I 'm digressing :-)) As much as I love these covers: some say "pls keep'em coming" ... but I'm equally interested in the stories you've to tell, your songs, your voice ... so, I'd say "Keep Emma coming!" :-) And if you ever consider playing over here in Germany I hope I don't miss it, I'll be in your audience! Again: wonderful job, wonderful execution ... THANKS!!!

[@ShoutingAllAboutLove]

This version is just right and really hits the spot, Emma 🤍 Inspiring 🎵🎵

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you! x

[@julieportland5084]

Fantastic! Very inspired and inspiring~

[@dlhippie58]

I’m in love, your just pure perfection! Blonde on the Tracks has left me speechless❤️😘🕊

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Lynn

[@woolhall]

Beautiful version and a touching tribute to MG thank you

[@GrahamCLester]

Another great video and a great interpretation of this song. This is one of those later songs that sounds so personal that one wonders whether interpretations should even be attempted, yet you pulled it off.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Graham! I think the not knowing where if you can pull it off musically or not is what makes it interesting and just a little bit scary :)

[@donjohns4878]

Simply beautiful. Does this old bloke’s heart good to hear this. Cheers from country SA.

[@ashp5105]

Amazingly good! Only person worth listening to at the minute that covers/understands the beauty of Dylan which let’s be honest most don’t.... keep it up... people do listen when you do great stuff!

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you! xx

[@aoifeoneill8523]

Really soulful.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you xx

[@GoGo-qo2eq]

I love that you did this song. Can’t believe I’m just hearing of you. This sounds timeless.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Eric! So glad you like it!

[@musablali]

This is outstanding !!

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you! :)

[@tmac8892]

Really beautiful. Thanks.

[@matthewmoyer2314]

Stunning. Already pre-ordered on Amazon. Excellent in every way. I Contain Multitudes is beautiful as well. Thank you Emma. Made my day and warmed my heart during these rough days. Just great. Also great guitar work from Mr. Hitchcock. So good. Thank you again for blessing us with this beautiful music when we need it most. Take care and be safe. Matthew Moyer. Powder Springs, GA.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you Mathew, I appreciate this kind and considerate comment! Warms my heart :)

[@ToffeenoseToffee]

Absolutely sublime 👏🙌

[@brentwilliams6890]

Wonderful.

[@Trinkettron]

Absolutely perfect. I haven't heard a better cover.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Daniyal!

[@BlandMarkComedy]

Really great stuff!

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks so much :)

[@davidstisher7389]

Your take on these songs has Blond On The Tracks getting frequent play in my rotation. Thank you!

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, David!

[@garyhosty9874]

great subtle and brave choices, beautifuly sung and very well produced - sharing widely, a keeper. Approached with an old mans trepidation but consider myself very happily schooled. respect.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Gary! I appreciate your kind words.

[@gypsybond8651]

What an amazing singing voice you have! Kudos. Wondering if you ever plan to cover some of the country gems Dylan wrote or covered. Then we would have an excuse to quote Dylan once again: "The country music station plays soft, but there is nothing, really nothing, to turn off."

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

So many amazing Dylan songs to cover, so little time! I am focussing on my own songs at the moment but will definitely revisit his catalogue again soon, it is irresistible.

[@joannakopf852]

Love Chrissie, but you are awesome! Blonde on Blonde is my favorite of all time, but lately I have been listening to BOTT. THIS US SERIOUSLY GOOD!!!!!💝🙏💝💃

[@RICKNEIGHBOR]

Bravo!

[@barrywoods9519]

You capture the poignancy and wistfulness that underscores much of Dylan. Echoes of Nina Persson and Leonard Cohen's Famous Blue Raincoat. More please.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Barry!

[@v2snider1]

No man I disagree . She has her own completely unique delicious flavour undiluted

[@v2snider1]

@@EmmaSwiftsings incredible

[@antoineveling2650]

Nice homage to Milton R.I.P., Emma.

[@MartinMayhewCRO-ENGtranslator]

Best so far :)

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Martin and thanks for coming to the live stream today, I appreciate it! :)

[@peterlehrke5959]

Love it what a great version

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Peter! xx

[@peterlehrke5959]

Emma Swift it is one of my favorites along with tangled up in blue. Where in Australia can I get it I'd love a copy to support you

[@MrAlonbiton]

i think it's the best cover , love it

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you! :)

[@MrAlonbiton]

@@EmmaSwiftsings thank you for an amazing album , love all the tracks , really think your one of kind 👑❤❤❤ what a voice , what control and emotions , priceless

[@JoeChrisMorris]

this is in open E.WFDU has been playing this, Traditions on Sundays afternoons

[@RobertMost]

Very Neko Case like! Love it.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Robert. Neko is one of my heroes!

[@astronzot]

@@EmmaSwiftsings you and what'sisname stood behind us at a Neko show in Sydney

[@antoineveling2650]

Dylan on bass! Ha ha - love it...

[@magicmarcproductions]

Yes, the only time Bob can be seen with a Bass guitar for the 1965 Fender ad. Good call!

[@odedfried-gaon2880]

Excellent, and great video too! #OdedFriedGaon #OdedMusic #Audioded

[@mozzer1980]

The most beautiful version ever (except that Dylan's one ;) . Video is lovely too !

[@sinisterbuthappy208]

wow!

[@Vishangro]

OK, I've been listening Chrissie Hynde's Dylan cover's lately and they are pretty good... but these are amazing!😀🎸😎

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Gregory! So glad you like it :)

[@FishingwithWPBCharlie]

Really need this on Apple Music

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

It's available at Bandcamp for streaming!

[@GordanBosnjak]

Tender and beautiful...

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Gordon! :)

[@ZeligUbique]

nice take

[@ZeligUbique]

guitar solo too

[@reagan9000]

As lovely a tribute to Glaser as to Dylan.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thank you, Tim! It was made with great reverence for both!

[@franksantolla873]

Awesome Cover. Better than The Original.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Wow! Thanks Frank!

[@anth-ny]

😊

[@gabrielebiotti270]

👍🏻

[@admiralbillom7559]

brahma!

[@v2snider1]

Get your own images of you on the clip . You deserve it . Astounding version . Check out mine just to see how amazing your version is lol

[@v2snider1]

My god girl that is delicious.. a delicacy to the ears ..:

[@martinbower7568]

Nice, but I prefer the Lisa Miller version.

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

It's not a competition, Martin. LOL.

[@petercloherty3428]

What, no link to the Lisa Miller version.....do we have to find it ourselves?

[@martinbower7568]

@@petercloherty3428 I don't think there's a video. You might have to go to a (gasp!) record store! It's on her first album Quiet Girl with a Credit Card.

[@petercloherty3428]

@@martinbower7568 thanks for the info Martin

[@ZoeyWhitton]

Heasps ,goods

[@tonykinsella2105]

Love the stripped pantaloons...love Emmas voice

[@EmmaSwiftsings]

Thanks Tony! :)

[@tonykinsella2105]

And thanks to you Emma...I'm sure the man himself loves you and your backing band interpretation of his work.