Emilie Guidry, Musician (1984 - )

Born in 1984 in Lafayette, Louisiana, Emelie Guidry is a singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist. Emelie's voice lights up a room. She has a blend of optimism, idealism and quirkiness. Groovescapes New Orleans describes Emelie as "a talented songwriter with a captivating stage presence" and her songs have been described as "musically adventurous... an impressive and unexpected blend" by the Times of Acadiana.

The daughter of two music lovers, Emelie's childhood soundtrack was an eclectic mix of oldies radio, 80's- 90's hits and the immersion of zydeco, second-line, jazz and blues. Adding her Cajun culture into this mix gave Emelie that unique style that draws crowds to her. Teaching herself piano from age 4, learning clarinet at 10 and guitar at 15 led Emelie to a love of music.

Emelie has performed throughout the south as both a solo performer and with many cover bands, choirs, jazz ensembles and her own group, The Picardy Birds. Sharing her vigor and matching her dynamism, the band members draw out the tension between Emelie's lyrics and verses using sparkling grooves, winding psychedelic stretches and syncopated jazz flourishes. The Picardy Birds, led by Emelie as vocalist and acoustic guitarist, released their first full-length album, Play On, in 2008.

In 2012 Emelie made a career move to New Orleans where she is an entertainer at Pat O'Brien's Piano Bar. Currently playing four to five nights a week, she draws large crowds to listen to her special style of music. Emelie recently released a self-titled EP and has begun work on a full-length album of collaborations with various Louisiana musicians.

You can listen to Emelie Guidry at: Emelie Guidry Music's Facebook Page and soon at her website emelieguidry.com .