Emma and the Dilemma

Story

Emma and the Dilemma is a musical and creative arts project featuring the amazing vocalist & performer Emma Cismesia. The project, which launched in December of 2023, performs regularly throughout the Chicagoland area and features high-energy diva pop, rock & soul that is guaranteed to impress. E&TD performs as a full band, but is also able to play smaller shows as a duo or trio, depending on the needs of the venue or event.

Music

Emma and the Dilemma performs both covers and originals depending on the venue and the show. Our setlist covers artists such as Adele, Amy Winehouse, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Dusty Springfield, Olivia Rodrigo, The Cranberries, Alanis Morisette, and more. E&TD released their first EP of original music on Feb. 22, 2025 at Ballydoyle‘s in Downers Grove. Check it out on Spotify. The "Lovesick" video is posted on YouTube.

Invitation

We invite you to come out and see us live. Check out our GIGS page for more information on upcoming shows. We hope to see you there!

Set list

E&TD has over 5 hours of material featuring a wide range of artists and genres. Included in our setl

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