Show Notes
Cate Guirguis is an indie-pop singer songwriter from Sydney, crafting music featuring evocative lyrics and luscious harmonies. Her sound is defined by an obsession with vocal layering and harmonic dissonance, creating immersive tracks that linger long after the first listen.
Inspired by Missy Higgins, Lizzy McAlpine and Olivia Rodrigo, Cate's music delves into navigating life in your early 20s, heartbreak and self-discovery. Her raw and emotive vocals sit at the heart of each song, bringing honesty and vulnerability to her storytelling.
Cate recently finished her debut, self-managed East Coast tour to celebrate the release of her most recent single 'Emily,' playing shows in Newcastle, Gosford, Wollongong, Canberra, and her first all ages hometown show in Sydney.
She is heading off again for a 5 date far South Coast tour in June/July to promote her next release 'over you,' out in June 2026.
Cate made her festival debut at the most recent Play on the Plains in Deniliquin, sharing a stage with local legends Kita Alexander, Alex Lahey and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, also winning the soloist category in their inaugural battle of the bands competition.
She has received vast support from community radio, and had her first triple j play with her recent single 'competition, advocated by Unearthed Music Director Claire Mooney as 'A heart on sleeve offering full of raw honesty and a whole heap of passion and emotion. cate continues to captivate audiences with her distinct sound, heartfelt songwriting. and relentless dedication to her craft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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