Folk Bands and Artists
Yesterday’s Men
Harry Lowrey and Arthur Garnett play concertinas and sing shanties, songs of the sea and traditional folk songs. Having appeared alongside legendary sailor and shanty collector Stan Hugill for many years as members of the legendary shanty band Stormalong John, they stand apart as two of the finest voices to have come out of Liverpool. Their early recordings have shaped the repertoire and style in which maritime music is performed all over Europe and North America, and they continue to influence new generations of folk musicians.
Over six decades of performing together, Harry and Arthur have developed a close musical sympathy, delighting audiences everywhere with their natural Liverpudlian ability to spin a yarn.
Their recent release ‘Companions By The Sea’ is a remarkable testament to this magnificent life-long musical partnership, presenting well known classics alongside newly discovered gems, and is a masterclass in song delivery and accompaniment.
