Caro Emerald

Pop and jazz singer, 'Deleted Scenes from the Cutting Room Floor'

Caro Emerald - Pop and jazz singer, 'Deleted Scenes from the Cutting Room Floor'
Born

April 26th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Netherlands

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A pop and jazz singer emerged in the late 2000s. Debuted with the album 'Deleted Scenes from the Cutting Room Floor' in 2010, which topped the Dutch charts for weeks. This album included hit singles that gained significant popularity in the Netherlands and beyond. Continued to release successful albums, blending retro and modern sounds, gaining a large following across Europe.

Released 'Deleted Scenes from the Cutting Room Floor'

Won an Edison Award for Best Female Artist

Touring extensively throughout Europe

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