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.
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!!!
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!.
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 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 am proud to say that these are actually relatives of mine <3
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.
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..
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.
BRILLIANT THEY DID IRELAND PROUD WELL DONE LADS ❤️🌹🇮🇪
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
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!!!
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.
I remember the Johnstones as a small child in the 60s. My late mom loved them! Sweet memories
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!.
They were a great group and very easy to listen to. Adrienne's death in seemingly suspicious circumstances was tragic to say the least
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 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.
Brings back great memories,thank you.
Gran grupo! Great group!
Great memories of touring/opening for them in the mid 60s
one of the best bands from ireland ever.
We had the group a couple of times at Winslow Folk Club in Bucks. Obviously we were very lucky to see them.