BUFFALO MUSIC AWARD - "Top Blues Female Vocalist"
2003, 2004, 2005,, 2006 & 2009

BUFFALO MUSIC AWARD - Nomination for "Crossover Blues Band"
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009

"MUDDY AWARD" - "Most Promising Local New Talent"
2005

"Exceptionally talented, she has that rare gift of relating to the audience in a personal and refreshing manner." Lots of potential here as she continues to develop her own style. She's also wise to surround herself with excellent accompanying musicians."
2005 "Muddy Award" - "MOST PROMISING LOCAL NEW TALENT"
Rich Schneider - Blues Beat 200

The Kate Engler Band- "Breakin All The Rules"
A sneak preview of the CD gave me the pleasure to find original songs by Engler in a Rory Block/Bonnie Raitt mold, …. Bob Silvestri of BestofWNY.com