Amber May

With the amount of emerging talent currently bursting onto the scene, it can be hard to keep up with the hottest new acts.

So here at Hot Vox we’re slowing things down and really taking the time to check out one of our favourite new acts.

Today we do a Deep Dive into Amber May

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Music is something many of us turn to in times of deep emotion and thought, leaving it in the hands of artists to help us evoke and comprehend what we are feeling. Amber-May, an emerging artist from Berkshire, does just that. Transforming her personal experiences into relatable, soul-stirring art. Fusing a unique global perspective with the rich influences of vintage sounds, soul, jazz, and blues, Amber delivers compelling lyrics and melodies that explore her journey with mental health and her own life journey.

Born in 2003, this young artist is quickly making a name for herself with a distinct sound and story. Though born in England, Amber spent her childhood moving between Bali, California, and Singapore. This international upbringing shaped her identity, and returning to those places as she grew older revealed just how deeply they had influenced her craft. As Amber explains, “I started to notice things I’d soaked up without knowing it, like the feel of the music, the pace of life, and the way people express themselves.” She hails this diverse background as the reason her music refuses to sit in a single box, it is a living reflection of her varied experiences and emotions.

For Amber, music has always been a constant anchor through the transitions of moving from place to place. It became her primary outlet for expressing feelings that words alone cannot capture, communicated instead through rich melodies and expressive vocals. Her single “Love You Right” is a brilliant example of this, offering a beautiful, honest exploration of finding self-worth and healing. 

Through her music, Amber turns personal struggle into a powerful force for good. By sharing her own story of resilience, her music serves as a vehicle for mental health advocacy, leaving a lasting impression on listeners from all around.

Make sure to mark your calendars for December 6th, when Amber will be dropping brand-new music! To keep up with her journey, give her a follow on Instagram at @amber.may_official.