Bristol country pop sensation Katy J Pearson discusses the lessons learnt, the personal triumphs and growth leading up to her return to music and the release of her debut album. She also chats to Emily about her desire for longevity and how the events of 2020 have sculpted a rather different journey.

Emily also shines a light on recent highlights from our Edit selection, including new music from Album of the Month champion Ólafur Arnalds, the mighty Spectres, wunderful Tiña and punk craftsmen Adulkt Life.

Music playedOlafur Arnalds - New GrassSpectres - Sociopath DiscothequeTiña - I Feel FineAdulkt Life - Stevie KKaty J Pearson - Hey You

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