The Johnstons
The
Johnstons rose to prominence in Dublin in the late '60s. Formed by Luci,
Adrienne
and Michael Johnston, the group featured harmony singing with guitar
accompaniment. Eventually, Michael left the group and was replaced by Mick
Moloney (vocals, mandolin, banjo) and Paul
Brady (vocals, guitar). This four-piece band became extremely popular in
Ireland and toured the world, starting off the careers of both Moloney
and Brady.
Unfortunately, their albums are equally split between innovative treatments of
traditional material and fairly derivative covers of American folk/pop. Look for
the traditional stuff! Steve Winick, All-Music Guide
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