Kat Krys | Songwriting School, Grants & Building a Music Career in Canada

In this episode of the Live and Amplified Indie Fusion Podcast, host Tom Kwiat sits down with Canadian singer-songwriter Kat Krys to talk about her journey through music, songwriting school, and building a sustainable career as an independent artist in Canada.Kat shares how she got her start releasing music on SoundCloud, her first official single “Burn,” and her acoustic EP **“Feels Like Home.” We also dive into her latest single “Briefcase,” the story behind it, and how co-writing, home studios, and collaboration play a major role in her creative process.As a Bachelor of Music student majoring in general music with a minor in songwriting, Kat opens up about:Writing songs under creative promptsRecording demos in school studiosApplying for Canadian music grantsBalancing school, songwriting, and live performanceNavigating the Alberta / Edmonton country music sceneThis episode is packed with insight for independent musicians, songwriters, and anyone curious about how music education and grant funding can support an artist’s career.🎧 Listen, learn, and get inspired.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment to support independent artists and conversations that amplify real music stories.🎶 Stream her music on all platforms📸 Instagram: @kat.music_ (search Kat Krys)🎙️ More interviews with indie & emerging artists📺 Subscribe for weekly podcast episodes and music conversations🔗 Follow & Support Kat Krys🔗 Follow Live and Amplified