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With an infectious personality and a passion for creativity, Em Beihold has carved out a niche for themselves as a multifaceted professional. From their love for photography to their keen interest in entrepreneurship, Em’s journey is nothing short of fascinating. Hitting #1 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists Chart, and her platinum hit ‘Numb Little Bug’, Em Beihold’s journey in music has only skyrocketed.

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I had the opportunity to sit in on a press conference with Em and hear her talk about her old and new music and what she looks forward to as she goes on tour with Lewis Capaldi this spring.

For many artists, creating music can be an intense and emotional experience. It’s not uncommon for them to go through a rollercoaster of feelings throughout the process – from the initial spark of inspiration to the final product. From moments of pure joy and excitement to frustration, self-doubt, and even sadness, the emotional journey of creating music can be both exhilarating and challenging. These intense emotions often help to drive the creative process, resulting in music that resonates with listeners on a deep and personal level.

Em speaks about her journey in songwriting and producing and how when both ‘Numb Little Bug’ and ‘Until I Found You’ with Stephen Sanchez went viral, she felt weighed trying to ensure people who didn’t initially notice her, know that these songs were hers.

It’s really important to definitely stay grounded, keep working, and have a community of people that you love and that love you around you.

Em Beihold – 2023

Talking about her most recent trip to Palm Springs, Em describes having the opportunity to work with her favorite collaborators and feeling more relaxed when writing. Without looking at the internet constantly, she felt freer in writing what she felt good about without the added pressure of what other people might think, which definitely has manifested in her song ‘Rollercoasters Make Me Sad’.

Rollercoasters Make Me Sad – Em Beihold

With her now touring as the opening act for Lewis Capaldi’s ‘Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent’ tour, she describes it as the “most incredible feeling in the world” to be able to share this experience with her fans. Having written ‘Numb Little Bug’ at her piano when she was at one of her lowest points, being able to perform her music in front of a crowd is a touching, full-circle moment for her.

Overall, Em Beihold’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, creativity, and self-belief. From overcoming challenges and self-doubt to finding her voice and creating music that resonates with others, Em’s story is one that inspires and motivates. As she embarks on a new chapter in her career, touring with Lewis Capaldi, I can’t wait to see what the future holds for this talented artist. With her passion for creating meaningful music, there’s no doubt that Em will continue to make waves in the industry.

tanvi sivakumar

Maryland '26

Tanvi is a biology major at the University of Maryland. She is an avid concert-goer and the epitome of the 1D/5SOS to the 1975 pipeline...which should be self-explanatory.