A Focus on the Feminine Pt. 2: The Performers
Emily's journey as a local Boston artist attending Berklee College of Music reflects her diverse and rich musical background. Hailing from North Carolina, her love for singing from a young age has been a driving force in her artistic pursuits. Inspired by a wide variety of genres ranging from classical to pop punk, Emily's music is a fusion of eclectic influences that make her style unique and dynamic.
Her connection to her friends plays a significant role in shaping her artistic vision, showcasing the importance of personal relationships in her creative process. The diverse range of genres that inspire her music suggests a versatility that allows her to explore and experiment with different sounds and styles.
In addition to her aspirations as a performer, Emily dreams of being a stylist, emphasizing her passion for fashion. This dual interest suggests a holistic approach to her artistic expression, where both music and style are integral components of her identity as an artist.
Jess Yaffa is a 22 year old singer-songwriter from New York who combines relatable lyrics with a smooth and upbeat pop/rock sound. She began singing at four years and honed her songwriting skills throughout middle and high school in order to understand the struggles and excitement of growing up.
In 2019 she released her debut EP “intro” produced by Grammy winning producer Scott Jacoby and mastered by Grammy winning engineer, Emily Lazar. Her music emphasizes love, hope, change, excitement, heartbreak, and human growth - its personal, deep, and relatable. Jess likes dogs, Florence and the Machine, iced coffee, and a really good bagel.
Performance: 7:00 pm Dec. 15th
Everything Omega has always been in love with music. As a Mount Vernon native she has always had the drive to be the best at what she does. The singer-songwriter has been singing since she could form words, and writing songs since the age of six. But it wasn't until high school that she began to release music of her own, starting with the soulful acoustic smash 'Best Mistake'. 'Best Mistake' would serve as the catalyst for the creation of some of the most personal, meaningful and impactful music she has written. This cluster of music would formulate as the EP entitled 'I Thought of You' released in July of 2016. Everything Omega would follow up the successful release of 'I Thought of You' with the R&B realness that is Clouds, Trippin, and Before The Sun Sets all of which set the bar high for what is expected of her in the near future.
Music is one of the many loves that Everything Omega has and she is determined to share all of the ways of her creativity. She is currently back in the studio creating more amazing music to share.
The sky is never the limit for Everything Omega. With all of the hard work and dedication she puts into her music, there is no stopping her from touching the world
MER is the indie folk project of New York based singer/songwriter, Meredith Marcum. Intimate lyrics underscored by chattering and lush textures come together to create the fresh sonic palette of MER's music. Spin the latest EP, "Maybe I'm The Same" out anywhere you listen to music!
OWINGS
Performance: 7:00 pm Dec. 17th
Originally from Raleigh, NC, Owings is the stage name for singer/songwriter Elle Hodges (they/them). They deliver quirky lyrics with a raw voice and a groovy beat. With southern influences running clear, their time around rock scenes in NC and Boston have seemed to rub off.
Owings writes all of their own lyrics and instrumentation, leaving their sound intimate and personal. They invite you to enjoy!
DENNIS DIZON
Performance: 6:00 pm Dec. 13th
Dennis Dizon (they/them) is thrilled to be performing at A Focus on the Feminine, and to be debuting their music publicly in New York City for the first time since moving here! Dennis is a multifaceted artist, working as a singer/musician, actor, dancer, choreographer, and photographer. Their passion lies in channeling their emotions into art, allowing their mind to manifest feelings freely in various creative forms. Whether it be drawing, writing, or playing guitar, they find expression through creation and want to pursue everything and anything that they are inspired to create.
After earning their BFA in Musical Theatre from Emerson College, Dennis performed and choreographed at a few regional theatres, until deciding their true dream was to move to New York for more expansive artistic opportunities.
In the city, Dennis has taken the time honing their craft, taking classes, writing music, auditioning, and simply learning how to create in a new environment. Earlier this year, Dennis was seen dancing and modeling in the House of Momo Fashion Show, where their passion for performance, aesthetic, and fashion, all got to intersect. Dennis hopes to do more projects like this in the future, where they are able to fuse their various forms of expression to create art in a new and exhilarating way.
