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Kate Diaz

Rank #16 Chicago, IL Pop / Acoustic

50% of sales go to the charity Half The Sky Movement.

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Bio: K8DS is Chicago pop acoustic songwriter/musician Kate Diaz, b. 1997
see www.sonicbids.com/katediazmusic EPK

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Kate Diaz has a show on 03/26/2013 at 7pm @ House Of Blues - Chicago www.reverbnation.com/show/10132006 #concert #HOBChicago #Emblem3

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“It was the show you did not want to miss. Local, Kate Diaz opened up the show. She played a couple of original songs on the guitar. And although it must have been nerve-wrecking playing up on stage for the big crowd that it was, she made it look easy. She did an amazing job; ... It was a lot of fun and very memorable. Both acts did a fantastic job and knew how to please the crowd. A lot of success is in store for Kate Diaz, and Emblem3 is about to set the young adult market on fire this summer.”

— Peter Lizano, Music Tour Reviews

“Local musician Kate Diaz opened the (sold-out) show, appearing solo with acoustic guitar. The teen artist was warmly welcomed by her peers and gave a strong vocal performance of original material. - live concert review: Emblem3 rides "Riptide' into Chicago House Of Blues”

— Daniel Deslover, music photographer, Examiner.com live concert review: Emblem3 rides "Riptide' into Chicago House Of

““Down To Earth” is an assertive rock/pop song which has the energy and full sound of a Kelly Clarkson radio hit--you wouldn't guess that it's a 15-year-old who wrote and sang this song. It has a distinctive song title which cleverly captures the Earth Day theme, and a well crafted lyric which elaborates on this message. "Down To Earth" also provides a good showcase for Diaz's expressive, soulful vocal performance.”

— Dale Kawashima, founder, SongwritingUniverse

"Kate Diaz is a name you may not have heard of yet, but I can almost guarantee you will become very familiar with in the next several years. At the age of 15, she already demonstrates songwriting prowess and maturity that most 25 year olds only dream of. Having an incredible voice definitely doesn't hurt either. Simply put, she's ten years ahead of everyone else, and I can't wait to see where she ends up."

— Sonicbids Weekly Shoutout

"I love the tone of this young girl’s voice and think she’s a promising songwriter. At the age of 15, I think she’s off to a superb start. The song “Down to Earth” is a “call to awareness” type of song. She has a natural knack to her writing that has a natural rhythmic flow. The lyrical content is clever in her approach in raising awareness to environmental matters. The arrangement is tight. This is a song that seems to be over too quickly….ear candy created with piano melodies, vocal flow, etc."

— Holly Hutchinson, owner/A&R Executive, ANGIRL

"A highlight for me was seeing Kate Diaz. After getting over the moment of depression I had when I realized that a 14-year-old had more musical talent than I’ll ever have, I really enjoyed listening to her voice and I was shocked at her incredibly mature songwriting. She explained that her song “At The Same Time” was about her being torn between playing music and soccer, but after listening I really just think “soccer” was a code word she gave her parents for “boyfriend.” (Don’t worry Kate, I won’t tell!)"

— Tess Cychosz, Sonicbids Blog

“She’s one of the better songwriters I’ve heard in a long time. She’s like a pretty well-rounded, well-adjusted kid who’s from Chicago and just loves to play music. It’s empowering … if you’re a kid and you see someone near your age playing like that … it’s amazing. That’s pretty inspiring.”

— Tor Hyams, Kidzapalooza festival producer, Chicago Sun-Times

“The entire set played by 14-year-old Northwest Suburban singer/songwriter/guitarist Kate Diaz, who nailed every stirring song. You heard it here first: You'll likely see her performing on one of the Lolla main stages in a few years.”

— Judy Sutton, TimeOut Chicago

"Kate Diaz is a Chicago-area teenage singer-songwriter who, judging by her YouTube channel, writes a lot of songs. I suspect that of all the teen acts at Kidzapalooza this weekend, she's the most likely to graduate to one of the other stages at the festival."

— SAShepherd, ZooGobble

“Chicago Tribune TURN IT UP - Catch If You Can: Kate Diaz (11:30 a.m., Kidz): Promising 14-year-old Northwest suburban folk-pop singer should get the day off to a pleasant start at the well-shaded Kidz oasis.”

— Greg Kot, Chicago Tribune

“Chicago area native Kate Diaz gives a preview performance before her breakthrough gig this weekend at Kidzapalooza.”

— CHICAGO LIVE!, Chicago Tribune

“K’NAAN in Chicago: Micro-Moments Create Mega Pleasure - April 2010: Ever since we first saw Kate amaze us at the Metro we knew she was well beyond her years. I watched amazed at the skill and composure of Kate as she nailed the song, ultimately putting a big pleasureful smile of approval on K’naan’s face too. Cheers and a roaring applause erupted after Kate finished strumming the song’s final chord. It was truly a moment where a fan was transforming into an artist right before our very eyes.”

— Chris Catania, owner, LiveFix Blog

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— http://www.katediazmusic.com/news & http://www.katediazmusic.com/qa

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Thu
Jun 13

House of Blues - Chicago
Chicago, IL, US | 6:30pm
House of Blues - Chicago
Chicago, IL, US
Thu Jun 13 6:30pm
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I play 6:30-8:30pm on Crossroads Stage.
Thu
Jun 20

Six Flags GREAT AMERICA
Gurnee, IL, US | 12:30pm
Six Flags GREAT AMERICA
Gurnee, IL, US
Thu Jun 20 12:30pm
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I play at 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm and 5:00pm
Sun
Jul 14

Taste of Chicago
Chicago, IL, US | 12:00pm
Taste of Chicago
Chicago, IL, US
Sun Jul 14 12:00pm
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I am honored to be selected on Sonicbids to play at Taste Of Chicago this summer! I play on the Bud Light Stage 12-1pm

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RoPatron
Much respect, keep up the good work. And remember that broken pencils are pointless!!!!! Please like me at www.facebook.com/ropatron UNO RoPatron
Maxlink AkA Dark Angel
very best to you
Smith III
nice work! thanks for the support Put A Stamp On IT!
Bubbojones
First visit, but not my last, liked the music, became a fan, leavin a comment to promise I'll be back to hear u again, and blessings from God wil carry u from here.
KITCHEN ON FIRE
Thanks for listening, Kate. Love your "Down to Earth". Excellent track! Love your voice and the vocal work on that track.
Mark Mumblow
Love your music and love your songs. Great job Kate.