Introducing...Katelyn Clampett!

Indie artists are so rarely recognized for their extreme talent and incredible writing.  And with that, it brings me great joy & excitement to introduce you all to Katelyn Clampett.  Among the many new songs & artists I have recently been introduced to over the last few weeks, her songs have been ringing through my head more than most.  And it's time to unleash her to you, my readers.

Though a girl like Taylor Swift has a look, a personality and playful songs, she still is lacking the soul and voice of a truly great singer (sorry to you TS fans, but it's true).  I honestly think she has a fantastic marketing team (Christina, maybe you should get in touch with them) and because of that, has become so successful.  I have yet to have one of my friends say "wow, that Taylor Swift can really sing."  Move over Taylor, Katelyn is in town.

Though I hate to make comparisons to other artists out there, I think you will find some similarities amongst Katelyn's good tunes.  Katelyn's lyrics contain the sweetness such as Taylor Swift & Colbie Caillat, the personality & charm of Sara Bareilles (from what I can see in her videos) and the classic beauty similar to Scarlett Johansson (it must be the red lipstick & blonde hair).  The 22 year old from North Carolina was most recently seen on American Idol Season 9, where she won a gold ticket and headed to Hollywood.  Though she wasn't successful on the show (thank God because we all know what happens to the winners these days), Katelyn stayed in LA and is now making her mark, as a singer-songwriter.

To date, Katelyn has released her catchy single "Sweet Tea" on iTunes (it's been on constant repeat at the gym, in my car and at the office, and expect it on repeat soon).  Various bloggers have leaked her auto-tune sounding/electronic up-beat Ke$ha-like "If U Got the Balls" (which if Ke$ha didn't sound like a Valley girl trying to be a singer...).  I honestly think that if Katelyn wanted to reach a greater audience, now would be the time to release this as a single - it would most definitely be a big player on the Top 40 Airwaves (hint hint!).  Slower balads and AC music isn't doing it right now.. it's still summer.  Perhaps this fall, the airwaves could resonate with "Sweet Tea."  I'm expecting some record label to snatch her up any day now.

Hear Katelyn's versatility in music below (& a video released just days ago on her YouTube) and show your support by purchasing "Sweet Tea" on iTunes today and following Katelyn on Twitter!  I'm hoping I can score an exclusive interview with Katelyn in the near future.     

Katelyn Clampett - If U Got The Balls by Wonky Pop

Katelyn Clampett - Sweet Tea by Wonky Pop