Guitarist and vocalist Emilien had released his solo debut Reves
(“dreams”), spanning the bridge from the Sega of his native Mauritius to classic pop, influenced by forefathers such as the Beatles and Simon and Garfunkle. Emilen has written ten original tracks which he delivers in English, French, and Mauritian Creole with a pure tenor voice. Emilien, who has sang and played guitar since his childhood in Port Louis, is accompanied on bass, contrabass, sax, clavier, violin, and sitar. The variety of instruments creates pop/folk/world hybrid that reflects his
travels and residence in no less than five countries.

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Two new albums (NATIONS & ROOTS) In preparation anw would be released in August.
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EMILIEN

Emilien’s debut Reves brings the Sega of Mauritius to a Pop Audience

Paris: Guitarist and vocalist Emilien had released his solo debut Reves
(“dreams”), spanning the bridge from the Sega of his native Mauritius to
classic pop, influenced by forefathers such as the Beatles and Simon and
Garfunkle. Emilien is accompanied on bass, contrabass, sax, clavier, violin, and sitar. The variety of instruments creates pop/folk/world hybrid that reflects his
travels and residence in no less than five countries.

His exposure to American and English pop music during his youth has
greatly influenced the sound and structure of his compositions. Rather than mimic other contemporary musicians, Emilien is inspired by his own travels and studies.
The influence of Mauritian Sega on the album counterbalances the
contemplative and down-tempo tracks such as “Le Violon,” and “Give Me
Love.” Sega has traditionally served as a liberating means of expression
for the fishing people of Port Louis. While the music has evolved beyond
the solo accompaniment of the percussive Ravane, the rhythms of Sega still
accelerate to allow the dancers to reach a state of ecstatic frenzy.
“Mamzelle” and “Zoli Femme” are the purest Sega tracks on the album, and
have been the most popular during Emilien’s live performances.
For more information on Emilien, and to purchase Reves, please visit:
www.emilien-music.fr
Itunes
www.myspace.com/emilienmusique