TATE Stevens
Tate Stevens, Belton Missouri Native, is an American country music artist and Season 2 winner of The X Factor USA on FOX. Tate has been playing music around the world since 1995. In 2012, Tate’s family signed him up for The X Factor USA audition. This would eventually allow him to further pursue his dream of a full time music career.
NOE PALMA
Noe was born and raised in Independence, MO and grew up to pursue a career as a firefighter starting with the Kansas City Fire Department in 1999.
Around 2008, his band "Broken Cowboys" was picked up by RPM Management as an "under the radar" project. Scott Siman, known for being Tim McGraw's manager, owned RPM Management. m
SONS OF STERLING
Authentic, Gritty, and Powerful are words used to describe this band. Even though the roots of this group are fairly young, having been established in 2017, the members of the band Matt Breit, Justin Kistner, Troy Yardley, Kyle Warwick, and Mike Newsome all have decades of experience working in other bands while honing their crafts and sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in country music today.
JOSH COLLINS
Josh Collins is a 26-year-old U.S. Navy veteran and rising country artist with a voice that’s as authentic as his story. Performing since the age of 15, Josh has taken his music coast to coast, building a loyal fanbase drawn to his heartfelt lyrics and electric stage presence.
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Tornado Alley Records x OKKC Music
Tornado Alley Records was created as a natural extension of OKKC Music’s mission to support and elevate independent country and Red Dirt artists. While OKKC has built a strong foundation in the Kansas City music scene, the formation of Tornado Alley marks a bold step toward expanding our reach deeper into the heart of country music—Texas and Oklahoma.
This strategic growth allows us to connect our roster of talent with new audiences across the southern states, tapping into the vibrant Red Dirt and outlaw country scenes that thrive there. By combining the creative direction, promotional power, and industry relationships of OKKC with Tornado Alley’s regional focus, we’re building a bridge that helps artists grow their fanbase, book shows, and share their music with a wider, more passionate audience.
Together, OKKC and Tornado Alley Records are committed to creating more opportunities for artists, while bringing authentic country music to the fans who love it most.
Meet the Team
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Owner/Manager
Katy O'Neill
Texan born but Kansas City grown since 1989, Katy O’Neill is a multi-talented creative with deep roots in photography, graphic design, and event promotion. Over decades behind the lens—capturing everything from live radio events at stations like Q104 and KFKF to sports moments with the Mavericks hockey team—Katy has earned a reputation for vibrant, authentic storytelling through visuals. Today as owner and Creative Director, Katy leads a thriving media company dedicated to amplifying local music, events, and culture across Kansas City and beyond
Community-focused and artist-centered, Katy brings energy, experience, and creativity to every project—making OKKC Media a trusted partner for promoting Kansas City’s musical and cultural voice.
Booking Agent
Brian O'Neill
Brian O’Neill, a proud native Texan, spent his early years moving throughout the Midwest before ultimately planting roots in Fort Worth, TX. From a young age, he was immersed in a wide range of musical genres, developing a deep appreciation for rhythm, storytelling, and the universal power of sound. Over the years, his love for music and live events evolved into a personal musical journey and collaborative involvement in event production. Today, Brian channels that passion into discovering and elevating emerging talent. His drive to connect artists with audiences is at the heart of his work with Tornado Alley Records. With a sharp ear for talent, a proven history of successful event execution, and an unmatched work ethic, Brian brings professionalism, creativity, and relentless energy to every booking.
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