Brand new single from Katie Dauson

Toronto-born Katie Dauson is a self-taught artist with a curious mind and a rock and roll heart, blending elements of rock n’ roll, rockabilly, surf rock, folk, country and bluegrass, all stitched together by her knack for storytelling and her sheer love of performance. Every song feels like a snapshot from a cinematic universe where eras collide and genres melt, tied together by her infectious energy and songwriting talent.

Before stepping into the world of music, she followed a very different orbit, first studying physics and astronomy, then venturing into creative advertising and video game design.Despite her success in those fields, she knew she was meant for the stage, not the lab and her turning point came at a small open mic night, when she performed an original song called “Virtual Sky.”

That moment lit a spark that changed everything, setting her on the path to becoming one of Canada’s most exciting artists on the rise. After a prolific 2025 that saw her release multiple singles and two full-length records, Katie Dauson enters 2026 with unstoppable momentum and a brand new single that captures her sonic vision in full flight.

Titled “Get Ready,” the track is a high-octane burst of rock and roll energy, threaded with blues swagger and rockabilly flair. With a whirlwind of grooving guitars, expressive vocals and lively harmonica, she serves up a track that she describes as both a pep talk and a challenge, to herself and to anyone listening. “It’s about self-doubt pushing me to do better, confronting detractors, and challenging them to rise up too,” she explains. “Even with its deeper meaning, I wanted to keep the song positive and upbeat.”

It’s a track that hits like a shot of adrenaline that’s lyrically defiant and musically electric, while thematically exploring the friction between insecurity and ambition, turning self-doubt into fuel. Katie’s voice, equally rough-edged and soulful, carries the track with the conviction of classic rock greats, while her guitar work gives it a sharp, propulsive drive throughout.

The harmonica wasn’t part of Katie’s original vision for the song, but after revisiting Bob Seger’s “Katmandu” and hearing those iconic solos, she knew she had to add it and play it herself. The decision paid off; the harmonica parts add texture and playful energy, giving the song both a timeless quality and sense of fun. On guitar, she reaches for her 2014 left-handed Gretsch Duo Jet, the same model that fueled George Harrison’s early Beatles recordings and channels that spirit into the rhythm section.

Produced and engineered by James Nickle, “Get Ready” captures Katie Dauson’s ability to combine technical skill with emotional context to deliver an epic musical moment that’s sure to win over new and existing fans alike. For listeners seeking music with heart, grit and a touch of vintage fire, Katie Dauson is most certainly a name worth remembering.

Listen to Get Ready below

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