Emma Harner brings vulnerability and precision to the forefront in her latest release, “False Alarm (Live from Meg’s House)“. The stripped-down performance offers an intimate look at the rising artist’s musicianship and songwriting, spotlighting a track that captures the disorientation and emotional fog of being far from home.
Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, Emma Harner moved to Boston to study guitar performance at Berklee College of Music. That transition—physically and emotionally—fuels the narrative behind “False Alarm”, a song rooted in homesickness, sensory overload, and the slow work of rebuilding trust. “I was homesick, overwhelmed by the sensory chaos of the city, and learning how to trust again,” she shares.
The live rendition, filmed in a friend’s house, underscores the quiet power of the song. With interwoven fingerpicked guitar lines and gentle, breathy vocals, Emma Harner strips the track down to its core elements. The result is deeply personal and unpolished in a deliberate way—inviting listeners not just to hear, but to feel alongside her.
While she’s still early in her career, Emma Harner’s technical skill and emotional depth set her apart. A classically trained violinist turned indie-folk guitarist, her playing nods to the intricacy of math rock while maintaining the emotional immediacy of traditional folk. Her harmonic choices and phrasing reveal a maturity that’s rare in emerging artists.
Emma Harner gained early traction through social media, particularly TikTok and Instagram, where her acoustic clips found a loyal audience. Her debut single “When You Mean It” debuted as a Zane Lowe World First, and since then, she’s supported artists like Orla Gartland, mxmtoon, and The Bygones on international tours.
With her debut EP set to arrive later this year, Emma Harner continues to build a reputation not only as a gifted guitarist but as a storyteller with a clear voice and authentic perspective. “False Alarm (Live from Meg’s House)” isn’t just a performance—it’s a statement of intent from an artist worth watching.
