The Beauty of British Song: Judy Dyble

Judy Dyble is best known as the original female lead singer of Fairport Convention, a rock and roll band that revolutionized folk rock in Britain as much as the Byrds had done in America.

Dyble only appeared on the group's 1968 self-titled debut record. Among the tracks she sang lead on were two Joni Mitchell covers, "I Don't Know Where I Stand" and "Chelsea Morning." She had a peerless and clear voice comparable to that of Sandy Denny, who replaced her.

After leaving Fairport Convention, Dyble joined Giles, Giles and Fripp (which would later evolve into King Crimson) and, after that, she joined Trader Horn. She retired from music in 1973 but came out of retirement to perform and record three decades later.

Her more recent albums include 2004's Enchanted Garden and 2009's Talking With Strangers. She has occasionally participated in Fairport Convention reunions.