“Emma-Jean Thackray opts for a striking alternative approach on Weirdo, the West Yorkshire-born, London-based multi-instrumentalist, singer and producer’s second full length solo album. Originally envisioned as a reflection on neurodivergence and mental health issues associated with viewing and processing the world differently (still audibly present in the themes of ‘othering’ present in the grace”
“Faced with unimaginable grief, the UK musician responded the only way she knew how: with an album of buoyant jazz-funk steeped in melody, vibrant color, and a sneaky sense of humor.”