About Kiara

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Kiara Rodrigues is a dynamic force in Australian country music, known for her clever songwriting and powerful stage presence. With an impressive 18-year career, Kiara has proven a versatile artist, earning accolades across multiple genres. She holds the prestigious title of Triple World Champion (Country, Gospel, Rock) at the World Championships of Performing Arts in Hollywood. Kiara has also been recognized as the Junior Aristocrat Country Entertainer of the Year. 

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Her music journey began after moving to North Queensland at just nine years old, where she fell in love with country music. Since then, Kiara has captivated audiences with her authentic sound and relatable lyrics. Her tongue-in-cheek hit “High School Reunion,” which debuted at #2 on the iTunes charts and secured a spot on the CountryTown Hot 50 in 2022. Her latest single, “Message in a Bottle,” produced by Nash Chambers also made a splash across the airwaves. 

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A standout on both stage and screen, Kiara has appeared on popular shows like Australian Idol and Young Talent Time. Her talent has taken her to iconic venues such as Tootsies in Nashville, and she’s even had the honor of singing the National Anthem at major NRL events. In 2023, she was named a Toyota Star Maker Grand Finalist, captivating a crowd of 10,000 at the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

In addition to her live performances, Kiara's 2023 EP Love and Lockdown, produced by Nash Chambers, further solidified her reputation as one of the industry’s most promising talents. A speech pathologist by day, she seamlessly blends her love for storytelling with her ability to craft catchy, clever songs. With a blend of drive, talent, and heart, Kiara Rodrigues is a rising star who continues to leave her mark on the country music world.

Achievements

• Awarded "Female Rising Star"  at Southern Stars Australian Independent Country Music Awards

• Tamworth Songwriter's Association Comedy Song of the Year for 'Mr. Vanity'

• #5 single “I’m Gonna Be Fine” Australian iTunes Charts

• #4 single "Dear Daddy' Australian Itunes Charts

• #36 'Dear Daddy' Australian Country Charts TOP 40

•  #10 Top 20 98.9FM Australian TOP 20 CHARTS

• #11 "Pretty Baby Blues" Australian Country Charts TOP 40

• Voted #48 on the list of people set to make headlines in 2014 by Brisbane Times

• Performed at Main Concert Urban CMF

• Performed on the Maton Showcase Tamworth (pictured above) 2014

• Winner “Voice Of Urban” 2013

• Winner Songwriting Mildura CMF 2012

• Winner 1st,2nd Songwriting QLD Champion of Champions 2012

• Aristocrat Entertainer of the Year 2011

• Winner Melinda Schneider Idol 2011

•  Semi-Finalist Channel Ten’s “Young Talent Time”

• Triple World Champion- Gospel, Country, Rock @ World Championships of Performing Arts – Hollywood 2010

• Performed at “Tootsie’s” in Nashville 2010

• Performed the National Anthem at NRL Games, Redlands Council Swearing-in Ceremony, & Hardy Brothers Doomben Cup Race Day

• Performed at Carols by Candlelight Townsville to a crowd of 20,000

•  Performed at Lord Mayors Carols Riverstage, Brisbane

• Graduate of Academy of Country Music at 10 yrs old

• Performed with Beccy Cole, Melinda Schneider, Carter & Carter, Bill Chambers & Pete Denahy.