Kathy Mattea is a celebrated American country music and bluegrass singer-songwriter, known for her distinctive voice and heartfelt storytelling. Born on June 21, 1959, in South Charleston, West Virginia, she rose to fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s with hits like "Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses" and "Where've You Been," which earned her multiple Grammy Awards. Mattea's music often reflects her Appalachian roots and her commitment to environmental and social issues. Beyond her successful recording career, she is also renowned for her profound contributions to preserving traditional American folk music.