The Longest Johns originated at a kitchen table in Bristol, where three friends discovered their shared love for sea shanties. As an a cappella folk band, the trio breathes new life into traditional folk with their own arrangements and fresh songwriting. This autumn, The Longest Johns bring their 'Sea Shanties' to the Melkweg.
Wellerman
The big breakthrough followed with 'Wellerman'. Their cover of this 150-year-old folk song from New Zealand grew into a worldwide viral hit and unleashed a full-blown sea shanty hype.
