Kathy Mattea

Kathy Mattea emerged as a respected female country star, blending folk, bluegrass, gospel, and singer/songwriter elements in her music. Her breakthrough came with the 1986 album "Walk the Way the Wind Blows," featuring hits like "Love at the Five and Dime" and "Train of Memories." Mattea's success continued into the '90s with albums like "Walking Away a Winner," which produced multiple Top Five hits.

Born in West Virginia in 1959, Mattea received classical voice training and joined the music scene in Nashville in the early '80s. Despite commercial peaks in the '90s, Mattea's 21st-century albums were critically acclaimed, particularly in the UK. In 2018, she made a comeback with "Pretty Bird," showcasing her renewed vocal style and diverse musical influences.