My Father , Lord Rest him..Would play various Ballads on a Sunday afternoon before the Dinner growing up in the Eighties.. In particular , the one song from the Johnsons which I grew to love was "The Alamo".. Miss those days. Thanks for sharing.. RIP Adrienne.
Unique band, saw them play live many times 69/70, very exciting to watch and hear with their beautiful harmonies/excellent instrumental playing. Probably the most professional and talented outfit to come out of Ireland at that time, I'll always love them and share Mr Moloney's reservations re Adrienne's death. Thanks for the memories and of course the great music, never to be forgotten!!!
Thank you for posting this - brings back great memories. Saw the Johnstons several times in Edinburgh and still have 4 vinyl albums. Introduction was through that excellent 45 "Both Sides Now", although I subsequently loved their more traditional music.
I recall taking a girlfriend to their concert in the late 60's - then forgetting about her and everything else when their fabulous music washed over me. Marvellous they were.
Loved this group after I heard 'Travelling People' over the tannoy outside a record shop in Tralee, County Kerry, when I was a kid on holiday with my Irish parents.
Saw them many times in folk clubs in London and in concert. They were unequalled at the times as musicians and singers. I had never seen or heard anything like them and they left a profound influence which I compared all to and few could match. To have heard and seen them live was an experience that I don't think any video could convey. Also saw Shay Healey who was a great guitar player and singer at that time. Ah.....memories!.
I think it was the Johnstons that really got me interested in Irish music. Love their sound. Fondly remember buying all their Transatlantic vinyl albums which were hard to find where I lived at the time.
I have The Barleycorn LP stashed away for a rainy day. Found a copy in Ireland for sale on ebay a few years back. Nice documentary. Not a fan of the rock stuff, but great Irish folk work.
My sister had the Barleycorn LP, I saw them play in Boston USA around 1970 Great Group. At the time chatting with Mick Maloney, he said I had "the look of the priest about me". Don't know if it was compliment. Hmm?
Is Lucy still alive? I knew of their music from hearing it on a few radio programs that would sometimes play their songs( in California) but did not know really too much about the individual members. Of course I did used to hear a lot of Paul Brady's music as a solo artist. Did Lucy continue singing after the group broke up and was she living in the states?
Not detailed-would like to see original group. I was in Marines- hated the 60s but loved this music but did not like their folk album but loved curragh of kildare and travellin people. When they did american folk reminded me of phony american sound. If you cannot stand life try being marine in late 60s.
Great memories of childhood in 60s Ireland and hearing the Johnstons on the radio ... beautiful harmonies timeless RIP Adrienne
My Father , Lord Rest him..Would play various Ballads on a Sunday afternoon before the Dinner growing up in the Eighties..
In particular , the one song from the Johnsons which I grew to love was "The Alamo".. Miss those days.
Thanks for sharing..
RIP Adrienne.
I am proud to say that these are actually relatives of mine
Hi there - how are you related??
My Mother, back in the 60s, worked for their mother at their pub in Slane, Co Meath. I wish I could get a CD or even LP of their music.
Unique band, saw them play live many times 69/70, very exciting to watch and hear with their beautiful harmonies/excellent instrumental playing. Probably the most professional and talented outfit to come out of Ireland at that time, I'll always love them and share Mr Moloney's reservations re Adrienne's death. Thanks for the memories and of course the great music, never to be forgotten!!!
Thank you for posting this - brings back great memories. Saw the Johnstons several times in Edinburgh and still have 4 vinyl albums. Introduction was through that excellent 45 "Both Sides Now", although I subsequently loved their more traditional music.
I recall taking a girlfriend to their concert in the late 60's - then forgetting about her and everything else when their fabulous music washed over me. Marvellous they were.
Loved this group after I heard 'Travelling People' over the tannoy outside a record shop in Tralee, County Kerry, when I was a kid on holiday with my Irish parents.
I love this, and was so privileged to be at the Johnstons reunion at Shane Castle.
Saw them many times in folk clubs in London and in concert. They were unequalled at the times as musicians and singers. I had never seen or heard anything like them and they left a profound influence which I compared all to and few could match. To have heard and seen them live was an experience that I don't think any video could convey. Also saw Shay Healey who was a great guitar player and singer at that time. Ah.....memories!.
I think it was the Johnstons that really got me interested in Irish music. Love their sound. Fondly remember buying all their Transatlantic vinyl albums which were hard to find where I lived at the time.
I remember the Johnstones as a small child in the 60s. My late mom loved them! Sweet memories
BRILLIANT THEY DID IRELAND PROUD WELL DONE LADS ❤️🌹🇮🇪
Brings back great memories,thank you.
We had the group a couple of times at Winslow Folk Club in Bucks. Obviously we were very lucky to see them.
I was in High School when their so called pop years album came out. It blew me away. Still got it on Vinyl. Think it is a treasure
They were a great group and very easy to listen to. Adrienne's death in seemingly suspicious circumstances was tragic to say the least
Totally awesome sounds! It is a shame that all of The Johnston's 60s recordings are not available on compact disc.
I have The Barleycorn LP stashed away for a rainy day. Found a copy in Ireland for sale on ebay a few years back. Nice documentary. Not a fan of the rock stuff, but great Irish folk work.
one of the best bands from ireland ever.
My sister had the Barleycorn LP, I saw them play in Boston USA around 1970 Great Group. At the time chatting with Mick Maloney, he said I had "the look of the priest about me". Don't know if it was compliment. Hmm?
Gone but not forgotten ever.....Much loved...
Gran grupo! Great group!
Great memories of touring/opening for them in the mid 60s
best version ever of both sides now
I am referring of course to "The New Windsor" in Toronto.
It's pretty hard to find the music for sale. Is it all out of print?
There was a Michael Johnston who MCd at Jimmy McVeigh's. I think I heard that he was The Michael Johnston of the famous Johnstons.
So sad about Adrienne
Is Lucy still alive? I knew of their music from hearing it on a few radio programs that would sometimes play their songs( in California) but did not know really too much about the individual members. Of course I did used to hear a lot of Paul Brady's music as a solo artist. Did Lucy continue singing after the group broke up and was she living in the states?
Lucy is still alive and living in Ireland.
She married a photographer Roy Esmonde, and still resides in her native Ireland
Don't hate. Great doc
Not detailed-would like to see original group.
wonderfull group
That's a great video
Not detailed-would like to see original group. I was in Marines- hated the 60s but loved this music but did not like their folk album but loved curragh of kildare and travellin people. When they did american folk reminded me of phony american sound. If you cannot stand life try being marine in late 60s.
The 2011 concert
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