Steeleye Span

About

Steeleye Span formed in 1969 from members of Fairport Convention and out of the ashes of Sweeney's Men creating a distinctive fusion of both British folk with electric rock music. The resulting first version of the band was formed by ex-Fairport bassist Ashley Hutchings and built around two pairs of vocalists, Tim Hart and Maddy Prior and Gay & Terry Woods. Rhythm was to be supplied largely by Hutchings' bass, and without drums. Tensions between the band grew during the production in 1970 of their first album

Top Tracks

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   Gaudete

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2. 2

   The Blacksmith

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3. 3

   All Around My Hat

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4. 4

   Gaudete - 2009 Remaster

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5. 5

   My Johnny Was a Shoemaker

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   Lowlands of Holland

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7. 7

   Cam Ye O'er Frae France

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8. 8

   Lovely On the Water

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