The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff - Promo

Three time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winners The Young’uns present a new and unique piece of modern folk theatre. The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff is the story of one man’s adventure from begging on the streets in the north of England to fighting against fascism in the Spanish Civil War, taking in the Hunger Marches and the Battle of Cable Street. It’s a timely, touching and often hilarious musical adventure following the footsteps of one working class hero who witnessed some of the momentous events of the 1930s. With their trademark harmony, honesty and humour the Teesside trio bring together 16 specially composed songs, spoken word, striking imagery and the real recorded voice of Johnny himself to tell a remarkable human story oozing with modern relevance. “The harmonies are glorious, the wit is waspish.The songs are powerful, the banter is relentless and the audience is happy.What’s not to like? ★★★★★ The Guardian “Glorious....celebrating the uncelebrated with warmth, vigour and passion” ★★★★ MOJO “TheTeesside trio have captured hearts – and awards – with a magic combination of lusty acapella singing, memorable tunes and heart-on-sleeve storytelling with an unashamedly political cry for social justice.” ★★★★ Songlines “Magnificent - destined to become hailed as national treasures before long” ★★★★★ Maverick “Powerful, inspiring and moving” ★★★★★ RnR Magazine “A heartfelt secular hymnary for these troubled times and a rallying call for humanity.” ★★★★ The Scotsman “This collection surely marks Sean Cooney’s arrival as one of the very best songwriters of the modern day” Colin Irwin, fRoots Video Credits Featuring Sean Cooney and David Eagle from The Young'uns Produced and Directed by Robin Beatty With thanks to Duncan Longstaff Touring through 2019 with new album released at the end of 2018. 28/1 - HULL Middleton Hall, University of Hull 29/1 - MANCHESTER - Stoller Hall 30/1 - DUN LAOGHAIRE Pavilion Theatre 31/1 - BELFAST The Strand 1/2 - GLASGOW Celtic Connections (Tron Theatre) 2/2 - GLASGOW Celtic Connections (Tron Theatre) 3/2 - SHEFFIELD City Hall Ballroom 4/2 - BURY ST EDMUNDS Apex 6/2 - WAVENDON Stables 7/2 - YEOVIL The Octagon 8/2 - MIDDLESBROUGH Town Hall 9/2 - LONDON Southbank Centre (Purcell Rooms) - Matinee and Evening Show Full ticket info, more info on Johnny Longstaff and more can be found on The Young'uns website. ► Website: http://www.theyounguns.co.uk/ ► Facebook:   / theyoungunstrio   ► Twitter:   / theyoungunstrio