Sea of Bees is the musical project of Julie Ann Bee, or Jules as everyone calls her.

She sings, writes the songs, and plays lots of musical instruments.


"Took me about 50 seconds — the length of the woozy, haunting intro to “Marmalade” — to completely fall for Sea of Bees, the nom de tune of Sacramento indie-popper Julie Baenziger. Her debut album “Songs for the Ravens” sounds folky in some places, gauzy and ambient in others and twee as hell in still others, but beautiful throughout, and a potent reminder that emotional virtue is an artist’s most precious commodity. This one’s special, folks, let’s not screw it up." -Kevin Bronson, Buzzbands LA, LA Weekly

"Songs for the Ravens is bound to be one of this year’s finest records;as soon as you hear it you’re not going to be able to shakeit.” -Ned Lannamann,Portland Mercury

“I’m not entirely sure why I love this album so much... ...That which I cannot put my finger on, is the mysterious, wonderful, and addictive qualities of this album as a whole. Bravo to Jules and her Sea of Bees.” -Jason Lytle (Grandaddy, Admiral Radley)

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The Woods Video Premiere + Heavenly signs Sea of Bees

Posted on 03. Sep, 2010 by admin in Blog

We are really excited that we will be working with Jeff and Danny and the fine folks at Heavenly Recordings in the UK and Europe. Jules is going to London in September to play some shows there and celebrate the release of a new 7″.
The Heavenly site is also premiering the new Woods video which was shot live at the old Globe Mills building in Sacramento using the natural reverb of the grain silo.

Sea of Bees Live on Oregon Public Broadcasting

Posted on 01. Sep, 2010 by admin in Blog

Jules and Amber were in the OPB studios in July and did some singin’, did some talkin’, did some video’n, and did some recordin’.

Sea of Bees Live Video on Into the Woods

Posted on 01. Sep, 2010 by admin in Blog

Duo set of The Gold in Powell Park in Portland, OR. Check out the video.

Songs For The Ravens nominated for best of 2010

Posted on 13. Aug, 2010 by admin in Blog

For Folk’s Sake has nominated Songs for the Ravens as one of 2010′s best albums. We are humbled and honored to be in this group of great albums: For Folk’s Sake Vote for your favorite!

Sea of Bees Video featured on Muse Mixtape

Posted on 13. Aug, 2010 by admin in Blog

Jules talks about and plays a song that has stuck with her since she was 16. Check it out: What’s your Muse?

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Live Shows

9.11.2010 Mendocino, CA

Invisible Ocean Festival Music and camping! http://invisible-ocean.com/

9.14.2010 London, UK

The Social details TBA shortly

9.15.2010 London, UK

W/ Cherry Ghost Details TBA soon.

9.18.10 London, UK

Rough Trade In-store 3:30 Talbot Road, W11,

9.18.10 London, UK

Shepherds Bush W12, Ginglik

9.20.10 London, UK

The Slaughtered Lamb, EC1

9.21.10 London, UK

The Jazz Cafe with Damien Jurado and Richard Swift

9.23.10 London, UK

Queen Elizabeth Hall on the Southbank, foyer, 18.30 Free admission to foyer Edwyn Collins in the Hall, great show to see!

10.4.10 New York City, Manhattan

The Living Room. 7pm 154 Ludlow Street

10.11.10 New York City, Manhattan

Full Band. The Living Room. 7pm 154 Ludlow Street

10.18.10 New York City, Manhattan

Full Band. Sirius Radio live broadcast. The Living Room. 7pm 154 Ludlow Street