Katy Kirby (raised in Spicewood, TX) is an American musician currently based in Nashville, TN. Kirby began releasing music in 2018, with the release of an EP titled Juniper. In May 2020, Kirby shared a new recorded version of her song titled Tap Twice.
In late 2020, Kirby announced plans to release her debut album. along with the announcement, Kirby released the single "Traffic!". The album, Cool Dry Place, was released on February 19, 2021. The album was Stereogum's "Album of the Week" upon release.