Artist name: Emily Richards

Music style: Contemporary pop/rock.

Famous Similar Artist(s): Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan, Paula Cole, Sheryl Crow

Artist Description: Emily Richards, is recognized as the most downloaded pop/rock independent artist on the Internet with over 3 million downloads at MP3.com. Emily has recorded and released ten albums and on her own Indie label. She is in the studio recording her 11th! Emily serves as President of MP3tunes, the newest music technology adventure by Michael Robertson.

Musical influences: Tom Waits, Elton John, Kate Bush, Billy Joel, Bono

Artist History: At age five Emily began studying piano and and started songwriting at eleven. She is also an accomplished vocalist and dancer.

Members: Emily - piano, vox, bass, accordion, Ralf Balzer - drums, Jason Brock - guitars, trumpet, percussion, Geoff Hartman - bass, Nicole Tafralian - back vox, Marcus Watkins - guitars, accordion

Press reviews: "There is much more to this enchanting performer than a pretty face and 'hip-three-minute ditties.' Richards is a serious musician whose artistry emanates from her unique songs and creative sound." - Mark Stephenson, Metro Music Magazine "As one of today's brightest 'Cyber Stars'," Emily's strong combination of melodic rock songs and moving ballads makes her the coming millennium's female version of Elton John." - Music Connection Magazine

Instruments: Piano, bass, accordion

Album Names: Valhalla-2003, Can't Take It With You-2002, There Is Love-2002, Christmas Angel-2001, Folded Wings-2000, You Give-1999, Sounds in the Basement-1998, I Should Be Flying-1996

Artist's CD Sales Webpage: http://cdbaby.com/all/emilyrichards

Web site & Contact Info: http://www.emilyrichards.com