KT Tunstall is a Scottish singer-songwriter known for her dynamic blend of pop, folk, and rock influences. She rose to fame in 2004 after a memorable live performance of Black Horse and the Cherry Tree on Later... with Jools Holland. Her debut album, Eye to the Telescope, inspired by her childhood experiences at her father's laboratory in St Andrews, sold over five million copies worldwide and featured hits like Suddenly I See and Black Horse and the Cherry Tree. Tunstall's music has garnered her critical acclaim and a range of awards, including two BRIT Awards and two Ivor Novello Awards. Over her career, she has released several successful albums, including Drastic Fantastic, Tiger Suit, and the trilogy of Kin, Wax, and Nut. In addition to her solo work, she has collaborated with artists such as Suzi Quatro. As of 2025, her total record sales are estimated at seven million.