After graduating from Berklee, Katelyn moved to Hollywood to compete on American Idol Season 9, where Kara DioGuardi called her "the full package," and Victoria Beckham gushed, "I just love your style and everything about you." She later made the Top 12 for Bravo’s Platinum Hit, hosted by Jewel and Kara DioGuardi, which featured some of the best songwriters in the country.

Shortly after, Katelyn was invited to tour the world as a background singer for Selena Gomez & The Scene, solidifying her reputation as an in-demand vocalist and songwriter. She later joined Victoria Justice’s band as a background singer, keyboardist, and acoustic guitarist, further expanding her career as a multifaceted musician.

Katelyn Clampett is a stunning vocalist, poignant songwriter, talented producer, and charming performer—a true full package. Hailing from North Carolina, her dynamic range, genre versatility, and prolific writing have taken her across the world, performing with top artists in pop and country music while earning praise from industry icons like Victoria Beckham, Vince Gill, and Kara DioGuardi.

Katelyn’s talent was evident from an early age. When she was just two years old, Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers overheard her singing in a grocery store and approached her parents in awe. By high school, her vocal and songwriting abilities earned her a scholarship to Berklee College of Music, where she went on to win multiple songwriting competitions and have her songs performed at the Boston Symphony.

In addition to her work as a vocalist, Katelyn Clampett has remained deeply rooted in songwriting and production. Between global tours, she made frequent trips to Nashville to collaborate with other artists—not just as a writer, but also as a producer. Since moving to Nashville in 2013, she has written and produced songs for chart-topping artists in Country and Christian music (Elevation Worship, Leigh Nash, Honey County, Jaden Michaels, etc.) as well as for major brands and television shows including Bud Light, Pizza Hut, Dancing With the Stars, Britain’s Got Talent, CBS Sports, and more. Katelyn continues to expand her creative reach into the pop and sync world under the name K8OH8, her edgy, beat-driven moniker for high-energy pop projects made for licensing. As K8OH8, she writes, sings, and produces music tailored for film, TV, ads, and trailers, bringing a bold and modern sound to screens around the world.

After years of helping others craft their sound, Katelyn has stepped into the spotlight with a fresh artist project that blends country storytelling with a comedic twist. Set to release a collection of original country songs throughout 2025, Clampett brings her signature wit and sharp songwriting to the stage, offering fans a uniquely entertaining blend of humor and heart. With a strong thread of female empowerment woven through each song, Clampett uses comedy not just to entertain, but to create connection, catharsis, and community. Spotlighting the shared struggles of womanhood, her songs invite audiences to laugh, relate, and feel seen.

Beyond releasing her own music, Katelyn is breaking industry ground as the founder of Herd Music Group—an all-female music production house based in Nashville. She’s not just building a platform for her own voice, but opening doors for a new generation of female talent in the music industry.