Beverley Martyn, spirited British folk singer, dies aged 79
Singer-songwriter was known for collaborations with former husband John Martyn as well as star-studded 1960s singles and 2014 comeback album British folk singer Beverley Martyn, known for her collaborations with her former husband John Martyn as well as spirited, sublime solo work, has died aged 79. A statement from the family of the late John Martyn announced the news, saying she died peacefully at home on Monday. “Beverley was a remarkable woman of great inner strength,” the statement continue
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Beverley Martyn in 1970. Photograph: Estate Of Keith Morris/RedfernsView image in fullscreenBeverley Martyn in 1970. Photograph: Estate Of Keith Morris/RedfernsFolk musicBeverley Martyn, spirited British folk singer, dies aged 79Singer-songwriter was known for collaborations with former husband John Martyn as well as star-studded 1960s singles and 2014 comeback albumBen Beaumont-ThomasTue 28 Apr 2026 17.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 17.14 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleBritish folk singer Beverley Martyn, known for her collaborations with her former husband John Martyn as well as spirited, sublime solo work, has died aged 79.A statement from the family of the late John Martyn announced the news, saying she died peacefully at home on Monday.
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