Under the Radar: Fourth Daughter

Raised on a diet of Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk and Tears For Fears, it should come as no surprise that Fourth Daughter (aka Emily Atkinson) has a penchant for 80s electropop.
By Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon
Published 17th May 2020, 07:00 BST
Updated 17th May 2020, 12:06 BST

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However, her own compositions are more reminiscent of the following decade, boasting a laid-back, house-infused vibe, and they have ended up on everything from the aptly-named Japanese reality TV show Terrace House to the in-store playlists at Topshop, Vans and Urban Outfitters. Her latest single, Run, came out on Friday and is one of several where she has collaborated with Stillhound’s Dave Lloyd. Boasting a more dreamy feel than her previous two releases, it is the perfect accompaniment to the arrival of summer and would sit very comfortably on a Café Del Mar compilation. Expect more tracks to follow as Fourth Daughter releases pre-lockdown material as well as music she is currently working on in isolation. www.facebook.com/iamfourthdaughter

Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon run the Born To Be Wide music industry seminar and social events. For more information visit www.borntobewide.co.uk

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