Hailing from the South-West of Ireland, Kate combines intricate accompaniments and introspective lyrics to create a unique sound.
Now based in Dublin, Kate has won the Noel Brazil songwriting competition for her song ‘Great Escape’. She has played a number of festivals including; Battle for the Burning Lake, Ballinamore Fringe, 96/1 and Cork Folk Festival. She has gigged extensively throughout Ireland and has supported acts such as Marc O’Reilly, The Needables and Neon Atlas.
Kate's single 'Good Guys' was a finalist in Hot Press's Ireland Music Month competition with Radio Kerry. Her single 'Invest' was selected for New Music Friday UK Spotify editorial playlisting. Kate was named #Hotfor2023 by Hot Press Magazine. Kate has signed with Winding Way Records and will be releasing singles as well as her second EP throughout 2023.
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Praise for Kate Dineen:
"magnetism and command" ..."style that should be encouraged" - Nialler9
"A very promising introduction" - The Last Mixed Tape
“Flames is absolutely tantalizing." – The Revue, Canada
“There’s some indescribable quality to Kate Dineen’s music that is rare to find” – Belwood Music, UK