Emma'a
Born in 2003, Gabonese singer Emma'a, whose real name is Emmanuella Issembe, belongs to a new generation of African R&B influenced by artists like Fally Ipupa, Wizkid and Aya Nakamura. Blending R&B, afrobeats and French-language urban pop, Emma'a crafts a melodic, intimate style that keeps the voice at its center, supported by mid-tempo rhythms and instantly memorable choruses. Her career took a turn in 2022 with the track “Grand Bandit,” a collaboration with rapper Eboloko that brought her to the forefront of Gabon's urban scene. A few weeks later, the single “Encré” resonated widely on social media and streaming platforms, allowing her to reach a broader audience beyond her home country. Continuing that momentum, she joined Sony Music Africa and released her debut EP, “Encré,” the same year, which features “Grand Bandit” and “Encré,” including a remix by French DJ Bob Sinclar. Emma'a’s songs mainly explore romantic relationships, self-confidence and heartbreaks, with straightforward, accessible writing aimed primarily at young listeners connected to the urban scenes of Central Africa and the francophone world.
upcoming events 1
Yardland 2026
- from Fri, July 3 to Sun, July 5
- Hippodrome Paris Vincennes
- Rema, Skepta, La Rvfleuze, Niska, RnBoi, Jorja Smith, La Mano 1.9, ElGrandeToto, Leto, Loe Shimmy, Nono La Grinta, Franglish, Nine Vicious, Guy2Bezbar, Shallipopi, Rsko, Timar, kulturr, Kwn, Ronisia, Kim, TKS 2G, VEN1, Chily, JRK 19, Kalash Criminel, 1PLIKÉ140, 63OG, HLD, Yvnnis, 1T1, Miimii KDS, Natoxie, Emma'a, Huntrill, Fanny J, La Kadrilla, Logobi GT, Cherry Pie, Tayron Kwidan's, Jessy Matador, Makala, Finessekid, Nippa, kwes e, La Synesia, Ntaba 2 London, Danitsa, Bana C4, Shakalewa, 13Jenaya, Crystallmess, Dj Endrixx
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| from Jun 7, 2025 to Jun 8, 2025 |
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