Singer/songwriter, pianist, and guitarist Katy Kinard is a faith-driven lyricist who lives in the space between trust and doubt, simplicity and cynicism.  Her influences range from the vocal and lyrical styles of Nichole Nordeman and Sarah McLachlan, to the guitar-driven Sheryl Crow vibe, within the pop/rock and folk genres. Katy attended Belmont University in Nashville, TN, where she studied Commercial Music and Music Business.  She is a winner of the 2013 International CWIMA contest, the '09 Independent Music Awards Popular Vote, and Embassy Music's ‘05 regional pick.  Katy’s song “World's Largest Peanut” took first prize in the 2009 International Acoustic Music Awards folk category; her song “Sunshine,” second.  She works alongside New Rave Artist Agency organizing tours in multiple states and has recorded and co-produced three albums: “Headed Back” (2005), “You're Still Better” (2007), and her latest: “Lullaby Hymns: the weary soul." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ REVIEWS “I believe that as Christians, we are called to share our faith, and by giving a testimony, we peel off the exterior and get real. Katy is blessed beyond my comprehension with her purity of heart, gift of music, gentleness and meekness, and she is a very deep thinker!” -Margo Y. Bedford, Women's Ministry Coordinator; Woodland Park Christian Church “Katy’s music—an exploration of her faith and observations on life—is written with a great deal of attention to lyrical creativity and the building of appealing melodies.” -Adrian Stanley, Music Critic; The Gazette “Katy's music reaches out and touches the heart. Her modern style is intense and clean, and her voice is present and confident, yet soft…a pure joy to listen to. Her lyrics are tender and honest. She's a treasure. I love listening to her…She gives you her heart in a song.” -Rick Beresford, Songwriting Coach; Belmont University “Katy's music is blessed and heartfelt--introspective, and connects at the heart. Her passion is infectious and true!” -Stace Whitmier, Music Director; WAY FM radio "Katy is a rising voice in Christian music, conveying her own faith journey with sincere songs and a heartfelt realism reminiscent of Nichole Nordeman. With her youthful wit and charm, she's "the girl next door" with the ability to connect quickly with her audience. We truly loved her concert and are eager to have her back!" -Darrin Ronde, Pastor, Pikes Peak Christian Church "Katy is a tremendous pianist/guitarist/vocalist whose songwriting and solid vocals tug at your heart. She is clever with audience participation and expresses an amusing conversational style on stage. I'd encourage anyone and everyone to attend a performance of Katy's." -Bruce Von Stiers, publisher; BVS Reviews