What people are saying.

“The richness of Kathryn Fox’s upbringing resonate deeply within her music and lyrics, conveying an alluring sympatico with her audiences that few artists achieve." – John Busbee (The Culture Buzz)

“The stunningly beautiful debut record from Kathryn Severing Fox…it’s charming, delicate, pristine and exactly what I needed to hear today.” - Diana Griffin Ennis (Heartland Song Network)

“Through songs spanning traditional folk, Western swing, and even jazz, Sweet Beginnings explores relationships, family, and the natural world. The stars and moon are all over this record, and the flames of joy and love burn in several songs.” - Avery Gregurich (Iowa Public Radio)

“Your elegant and moving words are like the lovely melodies of the music you perform…uniquely crafted by your heart. So enjoyable, so compelling, like warm and cool winds which gently adjust with the changing temperature.” - Peter Rose (Blue Thoughts from a Red State)

“Your sight writes lyrics so clear, they’re like cenote waters hidden in the Yucatan. Sometimes they disarm a listener with unexpected clarity because of their brushstrokes. Keep painting your music and they’ll be hung in galleries forever.” - Peter Rose (Blue Thoughts from a Red State)

“When listening to Fox for the first time, one might wonder, how can a young woman make a violin sound so good?” - Cityview Magazine

“Sigh and smile…a beautiful album ahead.” - Dave’s Basement Tracks

2024 Album Rankings - Roots Music Report

“Sweet Beginnings” debut album - released 9.15.23

#32 out of 160 Top Contemporary Folk albums

#71 out of 200 Top Folk albums


336. Beth Williams Indie Songwriter Show Feat. Kathryn Severing Fox

#4 on Mixcloud Global Acoustic Folk chart!

By John Clingan


The Guitar Department Interview with Joe Alton


Interview by Avery Gregurich (Iowa Public Radio), sharing stories about Kathryn’s life as a musician and what led to her debut album.


Featured on “Life as an Outsider” podcast with Jake Schneider.


Interview with John Busbee on KFMG’s “The Culture Buzz,” discussing Kathryn’s debut album, “Sweet Beginnings.”


Interview on Who TV Channel 13 News/Hello Iowa, discussing Kathryn’s debut album, “Sweet Beginnings.”


Featured in Des Moines’ July 2020 Cityview Magazine!  Check out Jackie Wilson’s article:


Featured in a Des Moines Register article regarding the life of a musician during the coronavirus pandemic. Check out Michael Rolands’ article: