Claudia Kate Shines With Empowering Nostalgia In ‘Emma Got Married’

Claudia Kate's music strikes a brilliant  balance between the unapologetic pop songs of Kate Nash and the emotional depth of an artist beyond her years. From her humble beginnings recording in her bedroom, she quickly leapt onto major stages across the UK, opening for bands like Sundara Karma and selling out venues as big as  London’s Camden Assembly.

Her infectious indie-pop sound is powered by vibrant, unfiltered feminine energy that invites listeners to sing along, making her a rising force in the indie scene.

With popular tracks like ‘BIG TALK, Little Girl’ and ‘Fizzy’, Claudia Kate has earned praise for her openness and vulnerability. Her confessional, spoken-word lyricism touches on the raw emotions we often hide, and as her sound evolves, her music feels more like a candid conversation. It’s clear she’s finding her stride, offering listeners songs that feel like intimate exchanges rather than just performances.

‘Emma Got Married’, the third single from her upcoming EP ‘How Sweet’ set to be released October 24th is a warm and nostalgic piece that blends ambient guitar with Claudia’s conversational vocal style. The track has the feel of a movie’s final scene, underscoring the quiet contentment that comes with accepting life’s uncertainties. With lyrics like “I don’t know what the plan is, but that’s all fine / but that’s all mine”, she blurs the line between artist and listener, offering a relatable reflection on embracing the unknown.

As the track extends throughout each verse, it unfolds alongside Kate’s heartwarming anecdotes, the whole track stirred by an overwhelming feeling that things will eventually get better. Not only is this track a delight to the ears, but it's a glorious reminder of all the things we often take for granted. Whilst its often difficult to take a step back and appreciate the good things, ‘Emma Got Married’ is an empowering reminder that “you didn’t think it’d get better but it did” and it always will.  Even during its most tender moments, Claudia Kate’s new single is irresistibly catchy,  making it nearly impossible not to sing along, and as synth parts and male vocals dance in and out of the mix, what's left behind is an alt pop ballad free of any of the usual cliches we expect from the genre. 

Much like the rest of her discography, ‘Emma Got Married’ captures Claudia Kate’s vibrant energy and DIY spirit. It’s a comforting indie-pop anthem reminiscent of early  The 1975 or Maggie Rogers, but more than that, it’s a testament to her journey as a young artist. This track is not only a celebration of female empowerment and carefree independence, but a shining example of her commitment to staying relevant and authentic.

Ewan Bourne

 @doubleyellow__

Image: ‘Emma Got Married’ Official Single Cover