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Emmylou

American  
[em-ee-loo, em-ee-loo] / ˌɛm iˈlu, ˈɛm iˌlu /

noun

  1. a female given name.


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Eagle-eyed observers would note that the great James Burton, probably best known for his work with Elvis Presley, Emmylou Harris, and as part of the Wrecking Crew, was in the band.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

The harmonies remind me of Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Contemporary interviews here with the likes of Willie Nelson, Emmylou Harris, Carter Cash’s stepdaughter Rosanne Cash and Carter Cash’s daughter Carlene Carter, expand on her gifts, both musical and maternal.

From New York Times • Jan. 16, 2024

Sunday’s night show will feature a whole different range of acts including Dave Matthews, Sheryl Crow and Emmylou Harris.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2023

"I'll be your Emmylou and I'll be your June / if you'll be my Gram and my Johnny too," the band First Aid Kit sing in their 2012 song "Emmylou."

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2023

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