Follow Kate Keller
There are countless songs about falling in love with someone, but I’ve always had a soft spot for falling in love with a song. And let me tell you, “How It Ends” by Kate Keller had me smitten in less than five seconds. Before she’d even finished the first line, I knew I had a hit on my hands. Trust me, 23 years in the music curation game gives you a pretty good sense of a catchy tune. And when a chorus is this catchy before the 40-second mark, well, let’s just say it confirmed my musical instincts. Though it might make me sound a bit old-school (what can I say, I just became a dad last week!), I couldn’t help but grin at this classic songwriting move.
Hailing from NYC’s Queens, Kate Keller might not be related to the equally talented Luna Keller, but having two Kellers at this level of talent can’t be a coincidence. Ladies, marry a Keller – it’s clearly a lucky name! Both Kellers seem to have a knack for collaboration, and I’ve especially enjoyed Kate’s work with Tara Hailey in the duo Sistersign. Though they haven’t released anything officially yet, their YouTube videos are a delight.
But let’s get back to Kate and her fantastic track, “How It Ends.” It tackles that awkward situation we’ve all been in: falling for a friend. Kate has a refreshing take on this age-old dilemma, sharing that while things didn’t quite go as planned, she and her friend are still on good terms.
As she puts it, “I was driving myself crazy thinking about it constantly, what I might say to him, how he might react … and thus was born this song! I needed to know how it would all turn out. I eventually told him how I felt and though it didn’t go how I hoped, we are still good friends.“
Isn’t that reassuring? Love and friendship can be a tricky mix, but listening to your heart is always a good starting point. We’re thrilled to welcome Kate Keller to Indie Music Center! “How It Ends” is a standout track with incredible production, relatable lyrics, and a seriously catchy melody. This song has all the makings of radio gold. Any programmer who passes on this one is simply missing out.
IMC Listening Guide
Quick insights to help you connect with the song on your terms.
Best weather to enjoy this song
Sunny day
Best time to listen
Midday energy boost
Best place to listen
On the road, At home
Does this song haunt the silence?
Impossible to forget
Goosebumps scale
Maximum goosebumps
