BIOGRAPHY
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Kate O’ Callaghan is a singer/songwriter and musician based in Co. Donegal, Ireland.
She began writing and performing her own songs in 2009 and released her debut EP entitled “To You” in June 2010.
Kate performs regularly in and around her home area (accompanied by various musicians) and has also performed abroad in England and the US. She has collaborated with a number of other artists including singer/songwriter Finbarr Doherty, Session Americana, Jennifer Kimball, The Henry Girls, Mark Black, Duke Special and the Inishowen Gospel Choir.
Through her collaborative work Kate has performed at numerous festivals and venues in Ireland and abroad, including Glastonbury, Electric Picnic and The Galway Arts Festival.
Kate is presently working on material for her debut full length album.
Her EP ‘To You’ is available to listen to and buy at www.kateocallaghan.com/music/
“Kate relates stories of life, feelings of heartache and the passion most people conceal. Her self penned songs are distinctive, thoughtful, heartfelt, provocative, humorous and most definitely all her own. They are unique. She is unique. Descriptive words layered upon unusual melodies blend together to create a totally original sound. Kate O’Callaghan is someone to watch. She surely has the talent to make her mark in the music world. Observe and enjoy.” Dianes, Fanrealm.
“Jazzy folk with a dash of fun, humour, crisp lyrics and excellent vocals. Impressive debut EP which belongs next to Imelda May & M. Shocked!.” P.Nagle, 2 U I Bestow (Irish Artist Music Website)
“Kate’s song writing ability shines through with deep and meaningful lyrics that relate to life.” Music Review Unsigned
“Performed exquisitely..” Oliver Bennett, The Independent on Sunday, London
“Kate O’ Callaghan is that rare bird that manages to combine evocative melodies with intelligent considered lyrics. They cover a gamut of emotions from the sublime to the cathartic always imbued by a personal sadness that lingers constantly in the background. But this is the sadness of humanity that has the power to be uplifting” – Peter Doherty, Musician.
Check out her latest shows here
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