Garrett Kato

About the artist

Platinum-certified singer, songwriter, and producer Garrett Kato has quietly built a global following with his emotionally resonant songwriting, atmospheric production, and captivating live performances. Born in Canada and now based in Byron Bay, Australia, Kato has generated over 230 million streams worldwide, building a reputation as one of indie-folk’s most compelling voices. Following the success of early releases like That Low and Lonesome Sound (2018) and the globally embraced Hemispheres (2020), Garrett has continued to evolve his sound with a rare blend of lyrical depth and sonic intimacy. Tracks like “Take It Slowly” and “Breathe It In” (feat. Julia Stone) have amassed tens of millions of streams, while his 2022 album Small Town Rituals and 2023 EP Nighthawks (featuring Elina on “Never Alone”) and 2024 EP Surrender showcased his continued ability to connect with listeners on a deeply emotional level. A prolific producer in his own right, Garrett Kato self-produces all his music and has worked with a wide range of artists including Ziggy Alberts, Jem Cassar-Daley, Jack Botts, Busby Marou, Pete Murray, Steph Strings, and Felipe Baldomir. His warm, emotive production style has made him a trusted creative collaborator across the indie-folk and roots scenes. Whether in the studio or on stage, Garrett Kato remains an artist committed to storytelling — a nomadic soul whose music feels both deeply personal and universally relatable.