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The Star-Making Power Of Sandy Denny's 'The North Star Grassman And The Ravens'

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Turning The Tables

The Star-Making Power Of Sandy Denny's 'The North Star Grassman And The Ravens'

After adding her inimitable alto to great folk-rock records of the late 1960s, Denny released her debut album as a solo artist in 1971. It cemented her as one of British music's most cherished voices.

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All Songs Considered

Guest DJ Joanna Newsom

Joanna Newsom's harp-driven story songs befuddle anyone trying to classify her music. Newsom talks about her latest CD, the enchanting Ys, and shares some of her favorite recordings.

Guest DJ Joanna Newsom

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Sandy Denny: Mercurial Queen Of British Folk Rock

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50 Great Voices

Sandy Denny: Mercurial Queen Of British Folk Rock

Sandy Denny became the queen of British folk rock when she joined the band Fairport Convention in 1968. Her fans included Robert Plant and Nina Simone. Denny was a skilled songwriter with a powerful and expressive voice, yet today many people don't recognize her name.

Sandy Denny: Mercurial Queen Of British Folk Rock

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