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Kara DioGuardi

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About Me

Kara DioGuardi is BMI’s 2006 Pop Songwriter of the Year, a 2007 SOCAN Award winner and a multi- Grammy nominated hitmaker. She has been awarded 10 BMI Pop Awards for having co-written the most performed songs on the radio. One of the industry’s most highly sought after songwriters and producers, DioGuardi’s songs have appeared on more than 100 million records.From her catalog of several hundred songs, over 264 have been released on major labels worldwide; and over 165 have appeared on multi-platinum selling albums. In the past 3 years, she has had nearly 50 international charting singles and her songs have helped propel over 46 albums into Billboard’s Top Ten. Kara’s songs are continuously featured in major motion pictures, television shows, film soundtracks, and radio spots, as well as national and international commercial campaigns.Kara’s songs have been recorded by Grammy award- winning artists such as Christina Aguilera, Gwen Stefani, Santana, Kelly Clarkson, Celine Dion, Faith Hill, Carrie Underwoord, Marc Anthony and Pink. Scores of major recording artists including Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne, Jewel, Jonas Brothers, Pussycat Dolls, Hannah Montana, Natasha Bedingfield, Puddle of Mudd, Theory of a Deadman, Daddy Yankee, Ashley Tisdale, Katharine McPhee, Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice, Clay Aiken, Jesse McCartney, Backstreet Boys, Ashlee Simpson, Hilary Duff, Cheetah Girls 3, Camp Rock, Jessica Simpson, and Nick Lachey have recorded and released Kara’s songs. DioGuardi has achieved equal success internationally with hit singles for artists such as Enrique Iglesias, Anastacia, Ricky Martin, Kylie Minogue, Diego, Belinda, RBD, Eros Ramazzotti, Delta Goodrem, Darius, Thalia, and Martine McCutcheon.Kara’s current and forthcoming releases include those with Kelly Clarkson, David Cook, David Archuleta, Pussycat Dolls, Daniel Powter, Pink, Martina McBride, Quote, Demi Lovato, Hannah Montana, Clique, Diego, Halestrom, Amie Miriello, Tom Jones, Menudo, Tyler Hilton and Nick Lachey. Kara’s collaborations include Justin Timberlake, Chad Kroeger, Timbaland, Will.I.Am, Polow Da Don, Marti Frederiksen, Brian Howes, John Fields, Danja, John Shanks, Greg Wells, Jeffrey Steele, Craig Wiseman, David Foster, David Hodges, Rodney Jerkins, Chris Tompkins, Madd Scientist, Future Cut, The Underdogs, Eman Kiriakou and Mitch Allan.Kara is co-owner of Arthouse Entertainment, where she develops and mentors fellow writers, producers, and artists. Within only 3 years of its inception, the multi-award winning songstress and entrepreneur catapulted her company to the ranks of 7 on Billboard’s chart of Top Ten national music publishers for the three consecutive quarters.Header Banner Made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own!
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Faith Hill's Greatest Hits single "Lost" performed by co-writers Kara DioGuardi and Mitch Allan, with Dave Hodges on piano.

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Member Since: 8/7/2006
Band Website: karadioguardi.com
Band Members: Kara DioGuardi Lifetime Breast Cancer Event

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Influences:"I Had It All" performed by Kara DioGuardi with co-writers Mitch Allan on guitar and David Hodges on piano.
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My Blog

In the Swing of Things

Hey Everyone,Hope all is well and that is everyone is enjoying a very beautiful start to their summer! I have been keeping very busy with my work, but have been able to take some time off to spend wit...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:24:00 PST

Filling You In

Hey All-Hope everyone is well and thriving! Just a brief update on all the happenings in my life and around me... "I Will Remember You", co-written with John Shanks and Ryan Cabrera is featured on Rya...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Fri, 16 May 2008 04:56:00 PST

Tin Pan South and More

Hello All!This last month has been a whirlwind. I got the chance to perform at Tin Pan South in Nashville in early April. What a wonderful experience it was to be in the company of such great writers ...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:55:00 PST

New Things Happening

Hello All, Hope all is well! Things have been quite busy, since the last time I blogged. Currently, I am in the studio working with recording artists Tynisha Keli, Cass Dillon, Raemonn, Jordyn Taylor,...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:31:00 PST

Checking Back In :)

Hey Guys,Hope everyone is doing well! Life has been going amazing. Just keeping busy and staying creative and inspired. This month I am continuing to work with Warner Recording artist, Tynisha Keli. C...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:18:00 PST

A New Year

Hello!I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and a beautiful start to the New Year! I'm amazed at how fast time is flying, but am looking forward to all the wonderful things ahead. Life and wor...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:21:00 PST

Happy Holidays

December 20, 2007Hello Everyone!Wanted to stop by and wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season! I wish you all the very best and a wonderful start to New Year full of friends, family and blessings in ...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:41:00 PST

Updates and then off to Cabo :)

December 4, 2007 Hey Everyone! I hope you all had an amazing Thanksgiving holiday full of family, friends, and lots of delicious food! I've been staying busy and continue to work with some great artis...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Wed, 05 Dec 2007 04:12:00 PST

A Time to be Thankful

Hey All!First off, thank you all for all of your messages, comments, friend requests and for all the love and support you offer me and everyone I with whom I work! ? You are the reason why we do what ...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Sat, 10 Nov 2007 12:15:00 PST

What’s Going on Now...

Hey Guys,Check out the following singles and artists that are on the Top of the charts right now!"Baby Love" Nicole Scherzinger with Will.i.am www.hernameisicole.com"Taking Chances" Celine Dion www.c...
Posted by Kara DioGuardi on Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:08:00 PST