Katie O'Connor's humble, reserved manner only serves to highlight her strong lyrics and haunting tones. Entering the music scene as a busker on the streets of Galway, she began to attract a following and it was their confidence and connection with her music that inclined her to aspire to more formal events. Open mic nights and intimate gigs provided a platform for her original compositions. This connection, between O'Connor and her audience remains the inspiration for her performance.