About Kathryn - 

Kathryn Shipley is an award-winning independent Christian recording artist, songwriter, worship leader, entrepreneur, and the Founder and CEO of Sound Voyager LLC, a music and artist development company dedicated to elevating independent artists while using music to make a positive impact in communities across the country.

With a passion for faith, music, and service, Kathryn has spent years helping emerging and established artists navigate the music industry through artist management, promotion, publicity, booking, and career development. Under her leadership, Sound Voyager has represented and supported artists receiving numerous nominations and recognition across independent music awards, while building meaningful relationships throughout the entertainment industry.

As a singer and songwriter, Kathryn’s music reflects her unwavering faith and personal journey of perseverance. In 2023, she was diagnosed with Stage 3A colon cancer. Following surgery and chemotherapy, she faced significant physical challenges, including vocal and neurological effects that threatened her ability to continue singing. Rather than allowing adversity to define her, Kathryn chose to let her faith lead the way. Today, she shares her testimony through music, encouraging others to find hope, strength, and purpose even in life’s most difficult seasons.

In addition to her recording career, Kathryn serves as a worship leader, bringing heartfelt worship and inspirational messages to churches and community events. Her commitment to ministry extends beyond the stage through charitable initiatives and community outreach, including programs designed to bring live music to memory care communities, support nonprofit organizations, and raise awareness and funding for causes close to her heart, including colon cancer advocacy.

Kathryn is also an advocate for independent artists, believing that success is measured not only by awards or chart positions but by the lives impacted through music. Her vision for Sound Voyager continues to expand through artist partnerships, grant-funded community programs, educational initiatives, and collaborations that inspire hope and bring people together.

Whether performing, speaking, mentoring artists, or leading innovative community projects, Kathryn Shipley remains committed to using every opportunity to glorify God, encourage others, and demonstrate that faith, perseverance, and compassion can transform lives.

Mission Statement

“To use music as a bridge that inspires hope, strengthens faith, supports independent artists, and serves communities through compassion, creativity, and purpose.”