Kathryn Grimm is the kind of artist whose career reads like a living scrapbook of American music history — earned not through hype, but through years of craft, grit, and undeniable musicianship. Based in the northwest, the award-winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist has written, recorded, and performed alongside some of the most respected names in the business, building a reputation as a player’s player with a voice and guitar style that can cut through any room.
Her story is filled with those rare, blink-and-you-miss-it moments that musicians talk about for a lifetime. Early on, she shared a stage with friend and fellow guitarist Jeff Buckley, who backed her in her original band, Group Therapy — a detail that speaks volumes about the level she was operating at from the start. Another standout chapter came during the filming of Rockula, where Grimm and Bo Diddley reportedly jammed between takes, and one of her personal career highlights remains playing his guitar. It’s the kind of memory that doesn’t just decorate a résumé — it shapes an artist’s confidence, identity, and sense of belonging in the lineage of the blues.
Her interpretations have also earned respect from the source. After hearing her version of “Spanish Castle Magic,” Al Hendrix reached out personally to offer his blessing — a gesture Grimm has described as a true honour. That same credibility carried into the visual world, too, with Grimm appearing as the featured guitarist in Michael Bolton’s video “Dance With Me,” further underscoring her versatility and the quiet reach of her work across genres and audiences.
.Grimm’s catalogue is equally rich. Her albums include No Cash Blues, her latest release, produced by Dennis Moody (known for work with Diana Ross and Missy Elliott), featuring scorching guitar work and an impressive roster of players. Blues Tools offers something especially rare: a track that showcases Jeff Buckley’s stellar slide playing, making it both a musical document and a collector’s gem. Then there’s Grimm Again, her electric blues release distributed by Burnside, which drew top reviews worldwide — a testament to a sound that travels well beyond regional scenes.
Now, she returns with a fresh burst of energy in her new single, “Goodbye to the Blues,” a pop-rock track that feels as uplifting as its title promises. Thrilling, soaring, and instantly infectious, the song leans into bright momentum — driven by a pulsing bassline and a lilting melody that refuses to sit still. For Grimm, the message is simple, honest, and deeply human. As she explains, “Goodbye to the Blues” is a feel-good song about how effortlessly the joy of being in love can erase sorrow. “The bliss,” she says, “my favourite state to be in.”
For further information on the artist, please visit the following links:
- https://kathryngrimmmusic.com
- https://www.instagram.com/grimmmusicgirl
- https://www.facebook.com/1guitargirl
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