Kate Wolf
Singer, Musical Artist
1942 – 1986
Who was Kate Wolf?
Kate Wolf was an American folk singer and songwriter. Though her career was relatively short, she had a significant impact on the folk music scene, and many musicians continue to cover her songs. Her best-known compositions include "Here in California," "Love Still Remains," "Across the Great Divide," "Unfinished Life," and "Give Yourself to Love."
Born in San Francisco, California, she started her music career in the band Wildwood Flower before recording ten records as a solo artist. Her songs have since been recorded by artists such as Nanci Griffith and Emmylou Harris. An important mentor, friend and touring companion was Utah Phillips.
She died in 1986, at age 44, after a long battle with leukemia. She is buried at a small church cemetery in Goodyears Bar, California.
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- Born
- Jan 27, 1942
San Francisco - Also known as
- Wolf, Kate
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Lived in
- San Francisco
- Died
- Dec 10, 1986
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on July 23, 2013
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