Emma Eaton - Circle

Making her debut not only as a singer songwriter but as a producer as well, Emma Eaton brings us Circle - a song about the frustration of relationships that fluctuate too frequently. The arrangement errs towards the pop genre with bit of soul, reminding me of the likes of Shola Ama and the Honeyz from the 90s, with backing music quite sparse so vocals have the chance to shine. It has a very casual vibe, with a laid back verse and pre-chorus before the tagline kicks in - 'I can't take this circle any more'. It almost feels like Emma has resigned herself to the ending of this relationship, with no more fight left and a sense of being done. The most exciting thing for me about this track is how it paves the way for Emma to explore further songwriting in a way that constantly navigates new territory as she learns new production techniques. I expect a diverse catalogue to appear in the next few years - definitely one to watch.