New Photo Shoot:

After four years, Emiko will be releasing brand new photos this coming week. Shot by phtographer extraordinnaire David Velez, these are Emiko's sexiest and most provacative pictures to date. Special thank to Adrienne Borgersen of It Factor Image, Angeli Kakade, and Janet Tassone for making the shoot possible...and of course, a million thanks to David Velez for his talent and vision!

Emiko kicks of fall tour on September 6th:

New band, new songs, and a fall tour to boot:

When Emiko's fall tour kicks off on September 6th, you can bid a fond farewell to the old members of her band, the GeminiStation Project as Emiko welcomes fresh faces into her musical family!

On the guitar will be 25 year old L.A veteran Michael Alfero, whose resume includes playing with the LA Slum Lords, Blameshift, and other progressive rock bands. Michael is a bonafide musical prodigy, having played professionally since the age of 12. www.myspace.com/iaminapickle

On the bass guitar will be 21 year old newcomer Jimmy Lutton of Pendleton, IN. Naming funk, jazz, and instrumental music as some of hi strongest influences, this will be Jimmy's first pro tour and if his performance in rehearsal is any indication of what's to come on stage, you won't be disappointed! www.myspace.com/jimmylutton

On the drums and backing vocals is 28 year old Jason Lawrence, a graduate of the New School in NYC. Jason hails from Louisville, KY and has extensive tour experience including traveling with Let Sleepers, the Middle Men and the Caledonia Mission. He studied with drum legends Billy Harper, Charli Persip, Buster Williams and others. www.myspace.com/jasonbemislawrence

On the road, Emiko is proud to announce that the official transport of the fal tour will be her new Ford E150 van, with CUSTOM brand new pink and white interior. Equipped with CB radio, gaming seat, frige, and mono-grammed exterior, this van has truly earned her named, "Amelia van Sexy!" (Photos to follow shortly, so check back often!)

Emiko to produce artists, etc:

Over the summer, Emiko agreed to produce the debut album of up and coming singer/songwriter, Jenn Friedman. A recent graduate of SUNY Purchase, Friedman is a newcomer to the industry, but rising rapidly among her peers. Says Emiko of the album, "It's a fun record that has something real to say. Jenn is a brilliant lyricist and a great pianist. I'm really excited to be working with her and even more excited for the record to hit shelves. I can't wait!" For more information on Jenn Friedman, visit www.jennfriedman.com

If you are interested in having Emiko produce your album, email her at: emiko@emikomusic.com

Emiko's new RECORDING STUDIO:

Okay, so the studio has been around for years, but Emiko is now an official partner in Snakejam Studios. Joining forces with former Geministation Project bassist and current Bloodroot bassist, Roman, Snakejam Studios is a full service recording and production facility located in the heart of midtown Manhattan wiried to the max with a full ProTools system, Digital Performer, full drum kit, state of the art keyboards, vintage mics, more guitars and basses than you could ever count! For more information, visit www.snakejam.com

Emiko's "City Sessions" DVD is finally available:

Officially released on May 10th, Emiko's "City Sessions" DVD is now available for purchase! A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the DVDs wil go to benefit World Hunger Year. The DVD is available in the marketplace, on the YMCtv website for now. Vendors that will carry the DVD in the very near future include Borders Books, Barnes and Noble, I-tunes, and other stores nationwide. Check out the photo gallery for photos from the release party!

"Here Lies Tinkerbell" now available in Barnes and Noble stores nationwide:

The album is being added to Barnes and Noble stores all over the country, so keep your eyes and ears peeled for it.

Emiko and Jackson Browne:

Emiko hits the road on June 12 with legendary singer/songwriter Jackson Browne as part of the Steelbridge Song Festival in Sturgeon Bay, WI. Other headliners include Jane Weidland of the Go-Gos and Pat MacDonald. Check the tour dates page for more information.

The Asian American Music Industry Association (AAMIA):

Emiko is pre-launching her new organization, the Asian American Music Industry Association (AAMIA). As the founder and the Executive Director, Emiko says, "AAMIA strives to bring Asian Americans in today's popular music industry to the forefront. But more than that, we are striving to give the Asian music market more attention! As they are technologically 2-3 years ahead of the US, it's a great and much untapped resource." AAMIA will hold artist showcases, network meetings, awards and more. For more information, visit www.myspace.com/aamiainc

MJM (Music Just Music) to distribute Emiko's music:

With offices worldwide, MJM will be the new distributor of Emiko's catalogue. "Here Lies Tinkerbell" will be available in all the same places, but in addition, fans will be able to purchase Emiko's latest EP, "Becoming Marina" as well as classic, out of print albums such as "Forced To Smile", "Scene of the Crime", "From There to Here" and more! Be on the lookout for these and other highly anticipated releases from Emiko through MJM.

Emiko's "City Sessions" DVD release party and YMCtv network launch:

It's been 8 months since Emiko wrapped taping for "City Sessions" and
aside from seeing little preview snippets, all has been quiet. But now,
Emiko has teamed up with "City Sessions" network, YMCtv and publicist
extraordinnaire, Ida Langsam of ISLPR for the upcoming official release of
the show.
The release party is scheduled for March, but with details under lock and
key, not much more can be divulged, except to say that a portion of the
DVD sales will go to benefit, World Hunger Year's Artists Against Hunger
and Poverty Campaign, for which Emiko will be touring again this year.
For more information on the above, please visit the following:

YMCtv Announces its official launch.

The network for which "City Sessions" was filmed, YMCtv, proudly announced their official launch will be February 5, 2007! YMCtv, a subsidiary of World Digital Media Group (WDMG) has also signed a HUGE deal with the internet moguls at Lycos, to distribute and air "City Sessions" on LYCOS Cinema. Of the deal, says Chief Digital Officer, Brad Smith, "With LYCOS Cinema, WDMG is able to build a new audience for "City Sessions" bands, giving up-and-coming indie bands broad exposure worldwide without having to navigate the traditional record-label labyrinth. With access to the 25 million visitors to Lycos each month, including the No. 1 online destination for teens and tweens, ages 13-24 with its Angelfire site, LYCOS is a powerful player in Web-based content." LYCOS users can watch their favorite "City Sessions" episodes, chat online with other users to share their thoughts about the bands and even purchase their favorite eposides on DVD through the site.

Emiko hits the road on February 28, 2007 to kick off her Spring tour!

The tour starts in Grand Rapids, MI with a very special house concert and
appearance on, "Take 5" Grand Rapids premier variety show on Channel 13,
WZZM, (an ABC affiliate). As always, a portion of Emiko's record sales
will go to benefit World Hunger Year's Artists Against Hunger and Poverty
Campaign.

Emiko receives ASCAPlus Award...again!

Emiko is the recipient of the 2007 ASCAPlus Award. Given to the hardest
working artists, composers, and performers in the industry today, it's a
great honor to have received it two years in a row!

City Sessions Video

Check out the first sneak peak of Emiko on "City Sessions," performing "The Heart I'm After." The show is slated to air in late Autumn/early Winter 2006.
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New Review
Full Frontal Recordings has published a new review of "Here Lies
Tinkerbell" and interview. Check them out here (review) and here (interview).

New photos

The shoots for City Sessions and Sessions From the Penthouse have wrapped! Check out Emiko and the band on (and off) camera having a blast!

Ringtones

Emiko's songs are now ringtones! No matter your service provider, you can now carry a little bit of "Here Lies Tinkerbell" wherever you go!
Click here to purchase your Emiko ringtones!

New Emiko sightings:

Check out a great interview with Emiko on Wild Writings. This interview is very special because it may give you insight about Emiko you never knew before!
Also, Emiko has been listed as a very special Artist of the Month on East West Now, a new website that features only THE BEST in up and coming Asian American artists in
today's music industry.

Back to school

This August, Emiko will be giving a very special lecture at the Levine School of Music in Washington, DC for their Rock n'Roll Summer Camp.

EMIKO signs on for television show!

Emiko has signed on to be part of "City Sessions," a television show that chronicles the life of unsigned artists during the production and
recording process of making a new CD. The show, created by Larry Namer
(founder of the E! Channel), serves as an innovative new platform for
talented, unsigned artists on their way to breaking into the mainstream and major market. The show will broadcast on YMCtv, available through Comcast Cable Systems and the Dish Network.

EMIKO w/Quiet Riot on July 4th

Emiko has been invited to perform at the Spirit of America Freedom
Festival, an all day music festival on July 4th, 2006 in Muscle Shoals, AL with legendary metal band, Quiet Riot. The Spirit of America Freedom Festival is sponsored by Urban Radio. (www.urbanradio.fm)

EMIKO launches summer tour 2006

Emiko will be launching her 2006 summer tour, co-billing with Andrew
Kurtz. Kurtz, a native of Idaho and ex-cowboy, is currently promoting his latest rock/pop release, "Evening Song." You can catch Emiko and Andrew on the road this summer starting in mid July. The tour will be acoustic, but they will continue teaming up for the second and subsequent legs of the tour with their respective bands. Visit Emiko's tour page or www.sonicbids.com/andrewkurtz for more information.

EMIKO to endorse Kurzweil keyboards

Emiko is thrilled to announce that she will be a new Kurzweil artist.
Alongside such legends as Billy Joel, John Carin, Kansas's Steve Walsh and others, it is a true honor to be part of the Kurzweil family!