Whiskey Kate - The Voice You Need
Vote for Whiskey Kate!
Whiskey Kate was hand selected to compete in
2025 Destin Songwriter Festival Songwriter Competition!
One lucky winner will earn the chance to perform on the Main Stage at the Inaugural Destin Songwriter Festival on Saturday, October 11, 2025!
Fans can cast their vote for their favorite songwriter from the list below. Good luck to all of our talented entrants!
Judging Criteria & Breakdown
The winner will be determined by the three key pillars of success in the music industry: creating great music, selling tickets, and building a loyal fan base.
Judges’ Score – 50%
A panel of respected music industry professionals will evaluate each songwriter on:
Songwriting quality (lyrics, structure, originality)
Melody and composition
Songwriter Ticket Sales – 25%
Each artist will receive a custom ticket link or code.
Every ticket sold through their link/code earns them points.
Ticket sales must be completed by the competition deadline to qualify.
Crowd Voting – 25%
Fans vote online for their favorite songwriter.
Voting is limited to one vote per person.
2025 Destin Songwriter Champion
The winner will be announced on October 1, 2025 and will take the stage on October 11, 2025 at the Destin Songwriter Festival Main Stage!
Whiskey Kate, an enchanting singer/songwriter who will take you on a mesmerizing expedition through the realm of music. With her soulful Southern rock sound, she effortlessly embodies raw emotion, intertwining it within her melodies, vocals, and profound lyrics. Whiskey Kate's vibrant spirit ignites a profound bond with her listeners as she shares her stories through her music. Capturing the essence of her melodies ranging from delicate harmonies to gritty blues. Each song she creates is a testament to her inspiration and growth, constantly evolving as an artist. So much gratitude to you for joining us on this extraordinary journey, as we collectively become part of something greater than ourselves.
2024 Whiskey Kate Virtuosity Magazine Artist Feature
"See this beautiful human? This is the BRAVE, INSPIRATIONAL & VIVACIOUS Whiskey Kate ."
Spoken by Kim Carney the writer of Virtuosity Magazine
“ I'm proud to call her my friend. Whiskey Kate is an AMAZING singer/songwriter who almost lost her life to Lyme Disease earlier 2024. She sat down with Rick Landstorm, host of The Rick Spins Show powered by ISSA RADIO & shared her story during the live interview. "
"WE LOVE YOU, Whiskey Kate
&
We believe in You
&
Your EPIC comeback!"
Accomplishments
Over the course of her career, Whiskey Kate has achieved numerous accolades, including multiple awards for her songwriting and performances. She has been featured in several national publications and has been invited to perform at prestigious events and festivals. Book Whiskey Kate for your next event and experience the magic for yourself.
