Judy Collins is a venerable figure in the pantheon of American singer-songwriters, known for her ethereal voice and an ability to traverse the landscapes of folk, pop, and standards with grace and profundity. Born on May 1, 1939, in Seattle, Washington, she began her career at the age of 13 as a piano prodigy, but it was the folk music movement of the 1960s that swept her up and revealed her true calling as a guitarist and singer. Her interpretive prowess has given new dimension to songs from a wide array of artists, including her iconic renditions of Joni Mitchell's "Both Sides Now" and Stephen Sondheim's "Send in the Clowns," the latter earning her Song of the Year at the 1975 Grammy Awards.

Across her six-decade career, Collins has consistently demonstrated an insatiable artistic curiosity, venturing into social activism and authoring books alongside her musical endeavors. Her discography is vast and reflective of her evolution as an artist, with more recent works like "White Bird - Anthology of Favorites" and "Winter Stories" showcasing her timeless approach to music-making and her ability to engage with contemporary audiences. "Spellbound," her first album of all original material in decades, secured her legacy as a songwriter in her own right, immortalizing her as much more than a muse for the music of her contemporaries, but as a luminary with a singular vision and a voice that resonates through generations.

Genres

American Folk Revival

Folk

Folk Rock

Mellow Gold

Singer-songwriter

Related Artists

Joni Mitchell

Leonard Cohen

Carly Simon

Bob Dylan

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Kate Bush

Gordon Lightfoot

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Latest Release

In Concert Wildflowers at the Town Hall NYC (Live)

Judy Collins

Album - 10 Tracks - Released November 8, 2024