Katia Guerreiro is a Portuguese fado singer whose emotive renditions and soulful voice have branded her as one of the leading voices of modern fado. She was born on February 23, 1976, in South Africa but moved to the Azores islands of Portugal at a young age. Guerreiro's journey into fado began somewhat later in life, which has not dampened her rise to prominence within the genre. She initially pursued a career in medicine, but the call of music proved too strong to resist.

By the early 2000s, Katia Guerreiro had established herself firmly in the fado scene with her heartfelt performances that resonate with the melancholy and poignancy of the music she interprets. Her dedication and passion for fado are evident in her discography, which includes albums such as "Nas Mãos do Fado" (2003), often seen as a tribute to the traditional roots of the genre, and "Fado Maior" (2001), her debut album that received international acclaim. With releases like "Os Fados do Fado" (2009) and the live recording "Katia Live at the Olympia" (2010), she has continued to captivate audiences worldwide. Her most recent albums, such as "Sempre" (2018), maintain the authenticity of fado while also showcasing her evolution as an artist. Guerreiro is not only a keeper of the tradition but also an innovator who infuses contemporary sensibilities into her music, as evidenced by her 2020 album "Mistura." Her work both honors the legacy of legendary fadistas like Amália Rodrigues and breathes new life into fado, ensuring its vibrancy for future generations.