An artist and multi-instrumentalist based in Austin, TX, whose transcendent voice and ethereal music transports audiences in a cinematic listening experience, Kate Heron's unique sound has quickly garnered attention as one to watch, receiving national recognition from tastemakers like NPR and Julien Baker (Boygenius). Her sonic worlds accompanied by a small indie orchestra leave listeners stunned and her talent has led her to be a finalist for the NPR Tiny Desk Contest in 2024 and even land a role in the upcoming Richard Linklater musical film Merrily We Roll Along, slated for release around 2041.
Heron blends her background in opera with award-winning sound designing skills (Audible's Sci-Fi Podcast of the Year 2022) and a sought-after producer's ear to craft songs full of “vocal acrobatics” and imaginative arrangements that “defy genre."
Her sound is “magical, beautifully haunting, delicate, and powerful." She's performed on historic stages nationwide as a former touring keyboardist and harmony vocalist for Tele Novella (Kill Rock Stars), supporting of Montreal during their 2024 summer tour, and for a multitude of bands in Austin, TX. Heron’s distinctive solo artistry and magnetic stage presence make her an enchanting force that is “undeniable.”
