Boston-based virtuoso Emma Harner has announced her highly anticipated debut album, Evening Star, arriving April 3, 2026. Featuring 11 tracks—including the standout singles “Gale,” “Seams,” and “You’re Right”—the album marks the full-length arrival of a musician who seamlessly bridges the gap between delicate folk intimacy and the technical complexity of math rock.
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A Singular Vision
In a rare feat of modern musicianship, Harner wrote every part and performed every instrument across the entire album. This ground-up approach ensures a sonic cohesion that mirrors the “nostalgia and wishing” at the record’s emotional core.
- The Production: The album was produced by Grammy-nominee Jamie Mefford (Gregory Alan Isakov, Nathaniel Rateliff), who provides an expansive, textured landscape that highlights Harner’s virtuosic playing without overshadowing her direct, honest songwriting.
- The Journey: Many tracks began as viral clips on Instagram and TikTok, where Harner’s harmonic sophistication first caught the ears of a global audience.
From Lincoln to the World Stage
Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, Harner has spent the last year transforming from an internet sensation into a formidable touring force, following her breakout EP Taking My Side and sold-out runs across the US, UK, and Europe.
“One of America’s most impressive new guitarists.” — Guitar.com
Evening Star Tracklist (Select Singles)
- Gale
- Seams
- You’re Right …and 8 additional tracks.
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