I think that may be the top and bottom of it WLD - John realy puts his heart and soul into it and, as you say, almost 'method acts' the characters. He does have the uncanny knack of bringing the stories and therefore the songs to life. Did he do that song about the poor bugger who was flogged to death in the Navy? Is it Andrew something? One of the few times a traditional song has left me realy angry about events of the past! The harmonium is such an unusual accompanying instrumnet as well and John is one of those quiet unassuming characters that tends to jst get on with things while the rest of us are still thinking about it!

Anyway - I'll not hijack the thread any more. Do as WLD says and get to see or listen to him. If there were more like that on the 'scene' maybe traditional folk clubs would be more popular:-)

Cheers

Dave