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UnFictional

The Lost Genius of Judee Sill

Judee Sill robbed stores at gunpoint, went to reform school, fell in love, got lost in drugs… and created some hauntingly beautiful songs.

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By Bob Carlson • Sep 27, 2014 • 28m Listen

Judee Sill

Courtesy of Tommy Peltier

The story of musician Judee Sill, who wrote and sang affecting and imaginative songs, after a life of armed robbery, reform school, and drug addiction. Ruth Barnes presents a personal journey through the unconventional and tragic life of a talented and sadly obscure artist.

Tommy Peltier and Judee Sill

Courtesy of Tommy Peltier

Hand written lyrics given to Tommy by Judee

Courtesy of Tommy Peltier

Produced by Eleanor McDowall. A Falling Tree Production for BBC Radio 4.

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    Bob Carlson

    host and producer, 'UnFictional'

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    Bob Carlson

    host and producer, 'UnFictional'

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    Eleanor McDowall

    Falling Tree Productions

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