Melbourne/Narrm singer-songwriter and music industry trailblazer Emily Ulman today unveils her long-awaited new album Severe Clear — a luminous, emotionally rich collection that marks her first full-length solo release in over a decade.
Out now, Severe Clear shimmers with warmth, introspection and a quiet optimism, blending folk, pop and acoustic textures with Emily’s signature lyrical depth. Across eleven beautifully crafted tracks, she explores the stillness that follows life’s storms – those moments of piercing clarity and renewal that give the album its name.
Featuring recent singles Every Hillside and Fans in the Stands, the album’s focus track ‘Planned Burn’ stands out as a gentle yet powerful ode to transformation — an anthem for letting go, healing, and starting anew. Produced by Bonnie Knight (Amyl and the Sniffers, Angie McMahon) and mastered by Simon Berckelman (Courtney Barnett, Passenger), the record is both intimate and cinematic, drawing inspiration from artists like Julia Jacklin, Adrienne Lenker and Bill Callahan.
“Severe Clear is about change, and renewal,” Emily shares. “About being brave enough to step back into something you love, even after a long absence. It’s about clarity that is so beautiful it’s almost unbearable.”
A respected force behind some of Australia’s most beloved festivals and venues — from Brunswick Music Festival to the award-winning Isol-Aid and ALWAYS LIVE — Emily’s creative influence runs deep. With Severe Clear, she turns the focus inward, delivering a body of work that’s honest, personal and utterly captivating.
To celebrate the release, Emily will launch Severe Clear with a special live show at The Evelyn Hotel on Thursday, November 20, joined by friends and collaborators for what’s sure to be a heartfelt night of music and connection.
Severe Clear is out now on all streaming platforms.
[Listen to Severe Clear now]
[Tickets: Emily Ulman – Severe Clear Album Launch | The Evelyn Hotel – Thurs Nov 20]