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Create music that matters.

Not just to you, but to the people who desperately need to hear it. Supernova Support is for women songwriters who want to create exceptional music.

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    SUPERNOVA SUPPORT Podcast

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    Not so open mic — for women

    song salons — weekly online songwriting

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    1:1 vocal + songwriting
    coaching

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    the podcast

    Supernova Support invites listeners to explore the pitfalls of internal and external critical voices and systems that keep women songwriters from sharing their songs with the world — shining a light on a pathway to a joyful, sustainable, and successful creative life.

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    season 01
    creative recovery

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    season 02
    grief

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    We HELP you
    REDISCOVER your VOICE

    Through songwriting, coaching,  community and a whole lot of heart, Katie and Karen guide you back to your creative core— one lyric, one melody, and one breakthrough at a time.

    MEET THE FOUNDERS
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    Karen Joy Brown

    Songwriter, poet, podcast host, and Gateless Writing teacher with a gift for pulling the soft genius out of people.

    Seeking stability amid a tumultuous family life, Karen joined a fundamentalist Christian church as a teen, only to one day come to the shocking realization she would have to leave both the church community and the marriage tied to it to reclaim herself. More recently, she left her role as a Spanish teacher to rediscover her songwriting life and reignite her authentic voice through recovery work.

    Karen writes with riveting emotional honesty and quietly captivating poetry, singing in a soul-infused voice from her years in a gospel choir. Her songs don't just tell stories—they inhabit you. She writes lyrics that stand alone as poems, but her melodies sink into the fiber of your being, weaving unflinching words into something both deeply personal and universally true.

    Coaching with Karen
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    KATIE PHILLIPS

    Singer-songwriter with a voice that stops you in your tracks and songs that stick in your ribcage long after the last note fades. Recognized for her extraordinary vocal gift since childhood, Katie carries her father's words close: that one of life's greatest honors would be using her voice as sacred offering to those she loves.

    Drawing from a kaleidoscope of influences, Katie crafts visceral songwriting that creates narrative universes you immediately inhabit. With virtuosic melodies and high craft, she plunges you into her most vulnerable worries, pains, and tender loves, each song startlingly intimate and specific.

    As a certified Peer Support Specialist with over 15 years experience supporting women and families in crisis, Katie brings the same deep empathy to her music that guides her healing work with others. As a former member of the beloved trio the Bootleg Honeys, she's lit up stages with her powerhouse vocals and magnetic presence, crafting music that's as soul-baring as it is unforgettable.

    Coaching with Katie

    Write better songs.

    And set yourself free while doing it.

    Supernova Support is for women songwriters who want to create exceptional songs.

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      Ready to reclaim your creativity?

      You’re landed safely in the lap of Supernova Support — an inspiring space to let go of self-doubt, perfectionism, and anything holding you back from crafting and sharing exceptional songs.

      one on one coaching

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      Whether you’re finding your voice for the first time or refining your craft, Katie and Karen offer personalized coaching to help you shine. With decades of experience as performers, songwriters, and teachers, they’ll meet you where you are—and guide you to where you want to be.

      Tailored to You
      From beginners to seasoned artists, every session is designed to meet your unique goals and challenges.

      Build Confidence
      Learn techniques to strengthen your voice, unlock your creativity, and silence your inner critic.

      Create with Courage
      Write songs that feel authentic, develop your vocal style, and gain tools to share your work with the world.

      one on one coaching

      song salons online

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      Join a supportive online circle of songwriters and share your work in a space designed to uplift and inspire. Using the Gateless method, Katie and Karen guide the group in focusing on what’s already working in your song—so you leave feeling energized, validated, and ready to create.

      Positive Feedback Only
      The Gateless method highlights the strengths in your song, helping you see its brilliance clearly.

      Community Connection
      Share your work with a small, supportive group of fellow songwriters who “get it.”

      Creative Momentum
      Gain clarity and confidence to take your song to the next level—and keep writing.

      Drop In Song Salons

      not so open mic

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      Join us on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at Coffee and More in Sebastopol, CA, for a free, welcoming open mic just for women and femmes.

      Safe & Supportive
      A judgment-free zone where women and femmes can share their music with confidence.

      Community Vibes
      Connect with fellow musicians, cheer each other on, and feel the power of a creative sisterhood.

      All Levels Welcome
      Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, your voice belongs here. Originals and covers friendly.

      Love Notes
      Each performer receives Gateless feedback ‘Lovenotes’ on their performance from Katie + Karen on their performance, focused on what is already working well and strong. Performers say they cherish these notes, reminding them of their bravery and talent.

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      SUPERNOVA events

      • Radical

        My voice and life have transformed utterly. The ecosystem of love and care that Karen and Katie have built — between the Not So Open Mic, the Song Salons, the Podcast, and my 1:1 vocal training — it is truly unlike anything else out there for women songwriters. Radical.

        — LITTLE DOOR

      • creatively charged

        The Song Salon is an incredibly empowering and inspiring experience that I look forward to every week. From the moment I joined, the atmosphere was warm, supportive, and creatively charged—perfect for both seasoned songwriters and beginners alike. Katie and Karen were not only knowledgeable and passionate, but also deeply committed to helping everyone find and strengthen their unique voice. What made it truly special was the sense of community and connection—everyone was encouraged to share openly and lift each other up. Every session brings me a renewed sense of confidence, creativity, and sisterhood. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

        — LENA

      • healing act of resistance

        It’s so important that the Not So Open Mic exists. It’s a healing experience to be in such a supportive and encouraging space for women to share songs and stories freely. It feels like such an act of resistance in today’s world.

        — SAMMY

      • nurturing + uplifting A.F.

        This open mic is like therapy and church all rolled into one! The vulnerability, raw emotion, and courage I see every time are deeply inspiring! This is the first place outside my car I’ve been moved to share a song since middle school choir….. I will get up there one Sunday because this place is supportive, nurturing and uplifting A.F.

        — STACEY

      Create music that matters.

      Not just to you, but to the people who desperately need to hear it. Supernova Support is for women songwriters who want to create exceptional music.

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