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  • Girl Bandit

    Girl Bandit tells the story of a woman trapped in a marriage that she realizes was a mistake. It follows her struggle to find the courage to walk out and build a new life for herself–a life in color.
     
    Who’s the Girl Bandit? As Emma Jo says, “She’s this romantic figure who broke men’s hearts, stole their money, and got away. She was badass and clever and beautiful: the girl I wished I was.” This is her coming out party.

    Album facts:

    • The majority of the album was recorded at Forty-One Fifteen in Nashville, TN and produced by the late Craig Wilson.
    • The release concert for Girl Bandit was held on November 10, 2023, at Knuckleheads in Kansas City, Missouri.

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  • Brave

    Brave is full of old fashioned heartbreak, tempered with an undercurrent of hope and resilience. Pinned with strong hooks and melodies that linger in your head, this album represents Emma Jo’s personal exploration of love, loss, and vulnerability. Written, produced and performed in America’s heartland, this record will be known as the one where Emma Jo found her way back to a truthful and rootsy sound.

    Album facts:

    • The album was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Mike West at 9th Ward Pickin’ Parlor.
    • The release party for Brave was held on April 7, 2018, at Musical Theater Heritage in Kansas City, Missouri.
    • “Your Story isn’t Over Yet” was written in the week following the loss of Emma’s father in 2017.
    • “Forget It” was written by 1960s powerhouse pop crooner John Gary.

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