Jamison’s evocative vocals add a haunting counterpoint that gives you a new perspective on Harner’s story as Boston-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Emma Harner unveils her new single “The Lake (ft. Henry Jamison).”
“The Lake” is a meditation on the ache of holding onto something that’s already slipping away, written about mourning a fleeting relationship before it’s truly over and taking its name from the lake near Harner’s hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska. Produced by Doug Schadt (Maggie Rogers, Claud, Ashe), the track finds Harner expanding her sonic palette while keeping her distinctive guitar-driven foundation at the center, so you can hear technical precision married with raw vulnerability.
Jamison says, “I was a fan of Emma’s and had heard the first verse and chorus of ‘The Lake’ in one of her videos long before she wrote to me and asked if I would want to sing on it,” and he adds that he wrote his verse inspired by that atmosphere and tracked it with them in Brooklyn. His contribution lends a new perspective and deepens the emotional resonance of the track; as Harner adds, “Henry’s voice gives the song a whole new perspective and flavor.” You’ll find the single following her acclaimed debut EP, Taking My Side, which drew praise for its striking combination of intricate guitar work and emotionally direct songwriting.
You may already know Harner from a series of viral videos on Instagram and TikTok where her virtuosic guitar skills, harmonic sophistication, and emotional depth earned her a devoted following and early praise from tastemakers like Zane Lowe, Rick Beato, and Guitar.com, which hailed her as “not only a compelling songwriter but also one of America’s most impressive new guitarists.” This fall, she will commence on her first US and European headline tour, with London and Manchester shows already sold out and tickets on sale now, giving you an opportunity to catch one of the most compelling new artists to watch.
Listen to “The Lake (ft. Henry Jamison)” on all streaming platforms: https://sndo.ffm.to/gzbypn4
Emma Harner Tour Dates:
November 8 – Los Angeles, CA @ Moroccan Lounge
November 10 – Brooklyn, NY @ Baby’s All Right
November 20 – Glasgow, UK @ Room 2
November 21 – Manchester, UK @ Gullivers [SOLD OUT]
November 22 – London, UK @ Omeara [SOLD OUT]
November 23 – Berlin, DE @ Prachtwerk
Follow Emma Harner: https://www.instagram.com/emmaharner/
Follow Henry Jamison: https://www.instagram.com/henrymjamison/