Julie July Band has built a substantial reputation on reinterpretations of Sandy Denny’s songs, paying a heartfelt tribute to the great singer-songwriter.
The band has always admired the work of Sandy Denny, each with their own experiences. For the lead singer-songwriter, Julie July, her love for Denny’s work dates back to 1996. After winning a guitar at her first-ever folk festival, she soon found herself trying to learn some of Sandy Denny’s greatest hits.
Like the rest of the band, Julie fell in love with the romantic and haunting songs of Sandy Denny. A passion that would eventually lead to the formation of the Julie July Band.
Although her music career was brief, Sandy Denny left a legacy of beautiful yet haunting original and traditional compositions. After spending time performing with the Strawbs, Fairport Convention and Fotheringay, Sandy Denny released four critically acclaimed solo studio albums, The North Star Grassman and the Ravens, Sandy, Like an Old Fashioned Waltz and Rendevous.
Folk-rock legend, Richard Thompson, called Sandy Denny “The greatest artist of her generation”. Melody Maker readers twice voted her “Best British Female Singer” in 1970 and 1971.
Sandy Denny’s most famous song, “Who Knows Where the Time Goes?” was voted favourite folk track of all time by BBC Radio 2 listeners and has since been covered by many artists including Judy Collins, Nina Simone and Eva Cassidy.
Now, over 40 years on from Sandy Denny’s tragic death, Julie July Band celebrates her legacy by performing a selection of her songs from The Strawbs, Fotheringay, Fairport Convention and her successful solo career.
Over the years, the band have had the pleasure of performing classic Sandy Denny tracks in many venues and locations. Discover what fans and critics said about their experience.
“A marvellous night! Julie was superb. Her voice is beautiful and did justice to the Denny legacy. The band were a treat. A special mention for the lead guitar (rock God!). If you haven’t already, check out the Julie July band album!”
