
The Longest Johns in Amsterdam
Melkweg in AmsterdamThu, Sep 17, 2026 · 07:00 PM
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The Longest Johns is a Music / Folk / Folk event at Melkweg in Amsterdam.
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The Longest Johns, an English folk group known for their sea shanties, bring their rousing harmonies to Amsterdam. The trio—Andy Yates, Jonathan "JD" Darley, and Robbie Sattin—perform a mix of traditional maritime songs and original compositions, drawing from their extensive discography that includes albums like *Written in Salt* and *Between Wind & Water*.
Attendees can expect an evening of spirited singalongs and foot-stomping folk music, delivered with the band's characteristic energy and humor. The Longest Johns gained widespread fame after their rendition of "Wellerman" went viral on TikTok in 2021, but their repertoire spans centuries of seafaring tradition alongside modern originals.
This Amsterdam concert offers a chance to experience the authentic sound of a band that has become a global phenomenon in folk music, blending history with contemporary appeal.
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The Longest Johns
The Longest Johns are an English folk musical group from Bristol, England, consisting of Andy Yates, Jonathan "JD" Darley, and Robbie Sattin.More
They are known for performing folk music and sea shanties in the English tradition, and they also compose and record their own music.
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