Yet...

Like Fairport, you mean (who have a very fixed - only a couple of minor tweaks on the last one - setlist per tour)?

I know they've played, what, two (or is it three) times but I seem to remember there was quite a lot of negativity from Fairport towards the Oysters at one point.  I can't remember the full details but I'm sure that Oysterband has been used as the punchline of a joke or two from FC at Cropredy before.

Fwiw, I think they're a marvellous band.  Like them or not, they certainly do not have a limited repertoire.

Whilst I imagine them being offered a slot is unlikely, I'd have thought the 3-piece mini-Oysters would have a reasonable chance of being on the bill...?

Yes, but what they actually played towards the end was quite a repetitive setlist.

I would be overjoyed if Oysterband were to play one last time, I would hardly call their repertoire at all limited with over 20 albums to pick from.  I'd also be over the moon if the other bands that Andy mentioned were to perform. If only for a very large money pot!

I went through a phase of being smitten by Oysterband but their limited repertoire and heavy reliance on call and response turned me off by the time they disbanded.

If any defunct bands/acts were to appear for '27, I'd suggest Bellowhead, Plant & Page, David Gilmour and touring band, King Crimson, Caravan, Camel, Fish...

I'd welcome the return of Australian Pink Floyd, actually, since I missed them in 2014 due to being in hospital. We have seen them since, indoors, they were excellent.

Alice Cooper, Mike & The Mechanics & Steve Hackett would be welcomed back, but... £££

It all boils down to who would make Cropredy a financial success without overrunning the village. So Gilmour & Plant/Page are probably out. Although Gilmour could probably do 3 hours on Thursday evening and I, for one, would be there for every second.

I'd be very happy if that was to happen!

I saw that advertised yesterday. Interesting. Oddly no Fairporters are mentioned amongst the performers?

In response to a question on Facebook, Ian Telfer has revealed that when Oysterband quit touring, they agreed that if a promoter or festival ever made them an "offer [they] couldn't refuse", they'd be up for it.

So...

From Georgia:

THANK YOU EVERYONE – It’s been a wonderful journey these last two weeks having so many people join in Sandy music posts – a great reminder of how much my mum is loved.
So….I am thrilled to announce a whole day of wonderful music and conversation to mark the anniversary of my mum’s 80th birthday, in her home-town of London on Saturday 16 January 2027. Tickets on sale today! For everyone that can make it to London, I hope you can join me - it’s going to be a very, very special day. PLEASE SHARE!
Sandy Denny: 80th Birthday Celebration
Presented by Georgia Rose Lucas
Cadogan Hall, London 2pm - 9.45pm.

Tickets on sale 10am Monday 28 September 2026 UK time :  https://cadoganhall.com/whats-on/sandy-denny/

Featuring: Gordon Giltrap, Eliza Carthy, Nick Harper, The Sandy Denny Project, Chris & Kellie While, Simon Swarbrick, Vikki Clayton, Sally Barker, Marion Fleetwood, Thea Gilmore, Josienne Clarke, Jon Wilks, Sam Carter, AJ Clarke, Ada Francis, Mick Houghton, Philip Ward, Diana Matheou + more guests TBA
My heartfelt thanks to all the artists and people behind the scenes who have made this possible – it means the world to me, thank you.
And more exciting news to come soon…
Love Georgia xx