k.d. lang, born Kathryn Dawn Lang on November 2, 1961, in Alberta, Canada, is an enigmatic figure in contemporary music, renowned for her powerful voice and an eclectic blend of country, pop, and adult contemporary styles. With a career spanning several decades, lang has established herself as a vocal powerhouse and a bold, genre-defying artist. She first rose to country stardom in the mid-1980s with her group, the Reclines, and quickly gained attention for her playful and kitsch-infused take on the genre with albums like "A Truly Western Experience."

Her career took a pivotal turn with the release of the platinum-selling album "Ingénue" in 1992, which featured the hauntingly beautiful hit "Constant Craving." This track cemented lang's position as a significant figure in the music industry, earning her both Grammy and Juno Awards. Over the years, k.d. lang has continued to evolve as an artist, touching hearts with her emotive renditions and uncompromising artistry. Her influence extends beyond music as she is also recognized as an influential LGBTQ+ icon, having publicly come out as lesbian early in her career. Celebrating the anniversaries of her seminal works, such as with the 25th Anniversary Edition of "Ingénue," k.d. lang pays homage to her past while also looking forward to future projects that showcase her remarkable and enduring talent.

Genres

Canadian Country

Canadian Pop

Canadian Singer-songwriter

Folk

Lilith

New Wave Pop

Permanent Wave

Queer Country

Singer-songwriter

Women's Music

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Latest Release

Because of You (2023)

k.d. lang

Single - Released August 17, 2023