Sons of Town Hall to Perform at Caroline Street Social Club
February 19, 2026Transatlantic folk duo brings unique live show to Saltaire
The Live Room will host a performance by Sons of Town Hall, a folk duo consisting of American songwriter and author David Berkeley and British songwriter and producer Ben Parker. The event is scheduled for 11 June 2026, from 7:30pm to 10:00pm, at the Caroline Street Social Club in Saltaire, Shipley.
About Sons of Town Hall
Sons of Town Hall is known for blending live music with elements of performance art. The duo performs under the personas Josiah Chester Jones and George Ulysses Brown, characters who are 19th-century vagabonds travelling the world in a hand-built boat. Their show combines storytelling with original songs, creating what they describe as a new performance genre.
Their live performances serve as a companion to their radio-theatre podcast, Madmen Cross The Water. This podcast features immersive storytelling with a mix of music and narrative, exploring the adventures of their characters in greater detail. The podcast includes an original score and is hosted by a fictional superfan and band archivist.
Performance and Ticket Details
- Date and time: 11 June 2026, 7:30pm–10:00pm
- Venue: Caroline Street Social Club, Caroline Street, Saltaire, Shipley BD18 3JZ
- Ticket prices: General admission £18; TLR Chorus members £16; under 18s and full-time students £9
The show features Victorian-era costumes, sing-alongs, and a mix of balladry and storytelling. The duo’s music has been compared to a combination of Simon & Garfunkel and theatrical storytelling, focusing on themes of adventure and the human condition.
Additional Information
The duo’s latest album, Of Ghosts and Gods, is currently available, with singles such as “Wild Winds” and “How to Build a Boat” released alongside the podcast episodes. Each month, new episodes and songs are released to expand on the story and music of Sons of Town Hall.
For directions and further details about the venue, visit the Caroline Street Social Club’s official website or contact the organisers directly.
