This 1999 album, "Sleepless," showcases Kate Rusby's distinctive vocal delivery on a collection of traditional and contemporary folk songs. The record cemented her reputation as a leading interpreter of the genre.
- "Sleepless" was released in August 1999 on the Pure Records label.
- The album features guest musicians including John McCusker, Donald Shaw, and Michael McGoldrick.
- It was nominated for the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Best Album in 2000.
Kate Rusby is an English folk singer-songwriter from Yorkshire, known for her pure vocal tone and traditional repertoire. By 1999, she had established herself as a significant voice in the British folk scene, moving beyond her early work with the band The Poozies.
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