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Strange title for a blog . . . yes well I thought that way you might actually read it! :) 4 years ago on my 21st birthday my father gave a speech. For those who were there it was very memorable for what was said (many things were said) but one topic that was a rather big joke at the time was me not having my full drivers license. I have been given grief for this for about 10 years now. So as the night went on more and more drinks were consumed and dad was still going on about my license so I said "if you stop smoking I will get my full license." I thought I was safe as he's been smoking for a good 35 years of his life and he thought he was safe because quite frankly I don't care what anyone else said. In fact the more everyone wanted me to do it the less inclined I felt to follow through (I believe that's kind of how Dad feels about the smoking too). However I am now 25 and I thought I should "man up" because quite frankly it's about time and also I'd like my father around for as long as possible. He is an amazingly strong man and I have always had a lot of time for what he has to say - I usually don't make any major decisions without his opinion first. I had a friend lose her father not so long ago and our dad's are/were around the same age. I see what she is missing out on by him not being here and it makes you think just how precious life really is. One day I will have children and it would be a crying shame if they only got to hear about the man that has been such a major influence in my life. Or if he lives long enough to see grandchildren I don't want their only memories to be of a smoky smelly old man that couldn't breathe properly because he wasn't strong-minded enough to look after himself. His health is fine at the moment but I don't want cancer to be what makes him finally give up. I had considered starting a facebook support group for him but I thought I might get strangled for that so I wanted to put this little blog up so that if people feel like leaving words of encouragement or advice for him they could. Dad if you read this - I love you, I'm sorry for the blog but I figure if I try EVERYTHING possible - you might actually help yourself! It isn't my intention to shame you into doing it I just want you to know that you are worth it. It won't be easy but anything worth doing rarely is. I done my part of the deal - your turn! Katie x 
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Well I was lucky enough to receive my very first NZ On Air Video Grant so I'm off to make another music video with the talented Logan McMillan. We have some super cool locations - places I haven't actually been myself yet so I'm quite excited to have a look around. So stay tuned on Facebook to see some pics. You can try and guess where we are. The concept for the music video is really interesting - can't wait to see what everyone thinks of it once it's done. If you haven't already had a listen to Cruel To Be Kind - I've put it in below thanks to SoundCloud! Other than that I'm busy booking some gigs around the place. So it looks like clear weather this weekend which is what we need for the shoot so fingers crossed people!! Oh that reminds me - would you like to see another "making of" for this music video? Update soon! KT x _Well didn't that year go fast! Wishing everyone an even better year than the last one.
Just thought I'd give you a little update. Hopefully you've seen the official music video for Impossible! I'm trying to get the views up a little bit so go on - have another little look - also if you have any friends you think might like the music video please pass it on! Opening for Elton John
Sorry my blog update has taken so long but you'll find out why soon what I've been occupied with. So first off we drove over to Christchurch then flew down to Dunedin on the Wednesday. It was my very first time in Dunedin so it was great to have the day and night to have a wonder around. On Thursday we headed to the Forsyth Barr Stadium - if you look at the photos you'll agree it's an amazing venue for a concert. We got to meet the promoter, sound & lighting guys and have a sound check. I'd like to thank Phil the promoter - he is such an amazingly calm guy (for such a major event) and he has such a great team that is so organised! Hey all - well as you can imagine we're getting pretty excited now! Only two weeks till we're down in Dunedin getting ready for the MASSIVE concert! The songs are sounding great and I finally have a outfit sorted!!! I've been listening to Elton's music every morning so I'm amp'd to see him live in concert!!!
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