Emma Cole: ‘Hollow’ Is a Feminist Anthem for Bodily Autonomy
Emma Cole
Acclaimed multidisciplinary artist Emma Cole has recently unveiled her newest track, “Hollow” – a powerful feminist anthem that confronts the ongoing challenges and injustices faced by women. Kicking off Emma Cole’s three-part saga, ‘Hollow’ is the first taste of the Analog Gurl EP which delves into the concept of ‘The Past,’ while the following records will tackle ‘The Present and The Future.’
‘Hollow’ is a powerful feminist anthem that was birthed in response to the Texas abortion ban that went into effect in September 2021, prior to the devastating overturning of Roe v Wade. The track serves as a clarion call to action, boldly asserting women’s autonomy over their own bodies and firmly rejecting any attempts to control or dictate their reproductive choices.
Emma Cole’s own profound personal experience with teenage pregnancy and the subsequent loss of her first child has deeply shaped her profound understanding of the intricate complexities that women navigate when bringing new life into the world. This transformative experience has undoubtedly informed the creation of ‘Hollow’, which aims to raise critical awareness about the harsh realities that women continue to confront within the current societal and political landscape.
‘Hollow’ boasts a compelling sonic fusion, blending high-fidelity recordings with a lo-fi artistic approach that reflects Emma’s intentional shift in creative direction, embodying her exploration of “the past” not just lyrically, but also through aesthetic means through her musical textures. Emma embraces a bold, new creative path, seamlessly integrating nearly-muffled, lo-fi downtempo beats with her earnest and highly emotive vocals, which lay ever so gently over a cute fusion of pop and R&B affectations.
As a multifaceted artist, Emma Cole has honed her skills across a diverse range of mediums, creating art for others, and is now poised to focus her immense talents on her own groundbreaking creative expression. ‘Hollow’ stands as a powerful and poignant statement, highlighting Emma’s unwavering commitment to using her art as a platform to address critical feminist issues and empower women in the face of ongoing oppression.