Photo: Mark Prins
Kate Weekes' Masterful New Voice
What's Up Yukon?
"... Within these 13 tracks are worlds of love and parting, abounding visions of and deep dedication to a country wherein every place is an adventure worthy of travel and exploration. ... When she sings of a place, it is as though she is singing to a lover or old friend. When she turns to sing of personal feelings, they seem to exhault within her a poignant flash of memory. ... "
- Bill Polonsky, May 18th, 2007
Weekes Strong First Album
What's Up Yukon?
"There is great conviction in ths music ... Weekes talked about her love of the road and the feelings that travel evoked within her. Like any writer who takes what they know to tell a story, Weekes taps into the positive energy of her life translating it into song. Tapping into this reservoir and wrapping these stories in good music is Weekes' great strength. ... Wise without being cynical, she pours her experiences into her art, writing lyrics with a poetic richness of place and character.
Every song on this album has a forward momentum that carries the listener along."
- Bill Polonsky, March 24th, 2006
Landscape Has Shaped Rising Musician's Work
The Whitehorse Star
"Hearing Weekes play on the Arts Centre stage showcased the strength and range of her voice. On stage in the workshops, Weekes held her own in both lyrical content and the tune smithing.
... This EP is indicative of where Weekes is in her musical career and her personal life. The lyrics describe the impact this part of the world has had upon Weekes and how the land influences the people who dwell in the Yukon."
- Mark Prins, March 17th, 2006
Venues Need a Good Audience
What's UP, YUKON!
"Wilde, in green gumboots, supported Weekes' lyrics which she delivered in a girlish voice that echoed and balanced the melodic chording. The most compelling part of the evening was watching Weekes' and Wile's professionalism. They would lean towards each other, long hair falling inwards and obscuring their faces, their silent consultations visible in the intensity of their glances. It was apparent they knew each other well enough to dispense with words."
-Janelle Hardy, February 24th, 2006
Local Society Helps Yukon Women Find Their Voices
The Whitehorse Star
"Talent on stage- With her sweet voice and strong lyrical content, Weekes is another of the up and coming Whitehorse musicians."
-Mark Prins, Jan. 18th, 2006
Mega BYTE 2 Previews New CD on Stage
What's UP, YUKON!
"What can I say about Kate Weekes that I haven't already said? I like her song writing and her voice and always look forward to hearing her again."
-Bill Polonsky, May 20th, 2005
Emerging Bands Incite Riotous Dancing
What's Up, YUKON!
"She really is a joy to listen to and I think she deserves support. She has a real knack as a songwriter and if she continues to write music of this calibre the rest of canada will notice her."
- Bill Polonsky May 6th, 2005
Yukon Women Do It Best
What's Up, YUKON!
"With songs that tell a story, this balladeer sings and plays guitar with conviction. Though she has a strong voice, it contains an airy quality that hints at an underlying vulnerability. Her songs are strong on story and peppered with just enough lyrical hooks to tickle my ears. Musically I heard references to classic 60's folk, 30's or 40's popular syles and straight-ahead rock mixed together. ...."
-Bill Polonsky, April 22nd, 2005
The Whitehorse Star
Making A Voice For Herself
The Whitehorse Star
"Kate Weekes played at the Backwater Lounge last week. Weekes is a relative newcomer to Whitehorse and was attracted north because she heard 'Whitehorse has a happening music scene.' Weekes plays her own work and has a pleasing sound. Given the cultural environment of Whitehorse, chances are, it won't be too long before she will have a disk to sample. "
-Mark Prins, Dec. 17th, 2004
