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Following a run of emotionally driven releases, Emma Rutherford opens 2026 with ‘Gracie’, a song inspired by her niece but written as a wider metaphor for young people everywhere.

Addressing themes of pressure, perfection, and the search for validation, ‘Gracie’ offers reassurance and hope, centering on the message that no one is truly alone.
Produced by Toby Lloyd (Tiny Triumph Recordings), Emma leans into a softer, more reflective sound, allowing her honest songwriting and soulful vocals to take centre stage.

As her first single of 2026,’Gracie’ sets the tone for a new creative chapter and arrives ahead of Emma’s debut live show in Wellington, which she plans to take on tour across Aotearoa. With each release, Emma Rutherford continues to carve out a space within the New Zealand music industry.

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