I always appreciate those artists who gave me a chance way back when I had little experience or reputation to rely on. Emily Hackett is one of the artists I featured back in 2018, and I am privileged to continue championing her projects. Hackett is the rare songwriter who doesn’t just pour her heart into her lyrics—she inspires every listener to reach a deeper honesty in their own lives. With her debut full-length album, Must Be Present to Win, the Nashville-based singer-songwriter crafts a deeply personal body of work about learning to live in the moment, even when your mind is stuck somewhere between what was and what might be.