The legendary English folk singer has been with Steeleye since the band formed in 1969 (Except between '97-02 when Maddy left for 5 years). For more information about Maddy and her current activities outside Steeleye please see her bio on this website
Steeleye's second long-term drummer has performed with many famous musicians over the years. Liam joined in 1989 replacing the bands only previous regular drummer Nigel Pegrum. See Liam's Bio page for more details.
Multi talented Juilan has had a long career as a musician, actor and musical theatre performer/director. Julian replaced Ken Nicol on guitar/vocals back in 2011. See Julian's Bio page for more details.
'Spud' replaced Pete Zorn in 2015 becoming the bands first upfront 'lead' guitarist, leaving Julian to play the 'Rhythm guitar'/Multi instrumental role. Spud played with Rick Kemp on Rick's albums in the 90's, plays solo gigs and alongside Maddy in 'Forgotten Lands'. He runs the Carlisle office of the music teaching Company 'The Rock Project'.
Jazz and Rock influenced Bassist Roger played with Liam and Peter in various Jazz groups and now regularly teams up with his wife Liane Carroll, a well known English jazz vocalist and pianist. He joined in 2017 taking over from 'classic' line up bass player Rick Kemp who retired from touring.
Athena joined in August 2023 to record the new tracks on the Green Man Collection, played throughout the Autumn 2023 tour and is touring with the band in both 2024 tours. Click on the image above go to Athena's website.
Jessie took over violin duties from Peter Knight in 2014 and like Peter was a student of the Royal Academy of Music. Since 2019 Jessie has tended to appear at one off concerts/festivals as she has 2 young children so can't do long tours. To see Jessie's other musical collaborations please go to her website linked below.
Violeta has been covering and job sharing with Jessie, who had been on maternity leave. Violeta last featured on the 2022 Autumn tour and since focusing on her successful solo career it is expected Violeta will only feature when needed as cover for Athena/Jessie. For more details please see Violeta's website below.