biography

Emmy Woods (she/they) was born and raised on an old dirt road in rural North Dakota and currently resides in Saint Paul, MN. With hints of country, folk, and blues, Emmy’s songs showcase her knack for storytelling, her strengths in musical artistry, and her ethereal voice. Drawing on a range of influences including Billie Holiday, Emmylou Harris, & Against Me, Emmy has shared stages with such talents as Melissa Carper, Sarah Morris, Ryan  Young of Trampled by Turtles, and Cam Whitcomb, to name a few. 

 

Emmy began writing at 13, however, her music remained unreleased and rarely performed until 2023, when she burst out of her living room and onto the Minnesota music scene with the release of 3 recorded collections. Undeniably prolific, she has since released several singles and an EP. Performing anywhere that’ll have her, from dive bars and markets to ballrooms and festivals, Woods continues to gain momentum with her witty & captivating repertoire, her disarmingly down to earth charm, and her genre-bending sound. 

Awards & Honors

Record of the Year Nominee, Loring Awards, 2025  

Blue Ox Music Festival’s Band Contest Winner, 2024 

Trampled By Turtles Red Rocks Contest top 3 Finalist, 2024   

Great River Folk Festival Songwriter Contest Finalist & Runner Up, 2024