Emily How at the Raccoon Motel -- September 5.
Saturday, September 5, 6 p.m.
Raccoon Motel, 315 East Second Street, Davenport IA
With her 2022 EP Flight Behavior hailed by The Prospectus as "an experience that envelopes one within a fireball of emotion," Illinois-based singer/songwriter Emily How headlines a September 5 concert at Davenport's Raccoon Motel, The Prospectus adding, "For those new to Emily How, now is a great time to get acquainted."
As stated at EmilyHow.com, the performer "is an indie rock artist whose music blends honest lyrics with gritty guitars and intimate melodies. Her debut full-length album, How Are You Lately?, released in summer 2025, marking a new chapter in her sound – more personal, more confident, and unafraid to sit with hard questions. The record explores themes of resilience, identity, and growing up, capturing the push and pull between strength and vulnerability.
"Emily first gained attention with her EP Flight Behavior, which earned her a loyal following and set the stage for her dynamic live shows – where emotional honesty meets sonic intensity. Her performances are magnetic, known for a fierce presence that commands the room.
"A passionate advocate for mental health awareness, Emily’s music resonates on a deeply personal level, forging strong connections with fans across the country. She’s toured extensively throughout the Midwest and beyond, building a dedicated fanbase. Her growing reputation has earned her festival slots at Summer Camp, Solshine Reverie, Pygmalion, Taste of Randolph, Fuschia Fest, Alternating Currents, and Mt Moon Fest.
"She was crowned champion of the 2023 Canopy Club Battle of the Bands, and in 2024, she was named an NPR Music Tiny Desk Topshelf artist, gaining national recognition for her sharp songwriting and emotive delivery. Emily has shared stages with artists such as Militarie Gun, Slow Pulp, OK GO, Stela Cole, Squirrel Flower, The Band Feel, The Moss and Brigette Calls Me Baby, solidifying her place in the next wave of indie rock voices to watch."
Emily How plays her headlining engagement in Davenport on September 5 with additional sets by Blist Her and Liv Carrow, and the 6 p.m. concert will be followed by a free, 10 p.m. performance of the variety show Late Night with Maggie. Admission to the Emily How concert is $13.22, and more information and tickets are available by visiting TheRaccoonMotel.com.
