Her songs deliver a subversive feminist message in the trappings of sophisticated pop compositions, multi-instrumental arrangements that highlight her vocal range. Inspired by classic rock trailblazers like Stevie Nicks and more sophisticated alternative acts such as Grace Potter and Bishop Briggs, the 22-year old has already situated herself among the emerging generation of strong female artists.
Yet what makes her songwriting so distinct is the powerful emotional core of heartbreak, struggle and loss, taking the righteous riot grrrl anger and filtering it through the expressive prism of Dolly Parton in full on “Jolene” mode. Or as Kate might put it herself, her music strives to give voice to the voiceless.
