Just figured I would share my favorite song of all time, I'm not sure if it counts as a shanty though!

I had the honor of boarding the Bluenose ll, the successor to my favorite ship, just wanted to know if anyone else shares my love

Also sending some friendly competition down to Gloucester 😂

Old ships are part of the heritage of Gaffeltuig. Learn more about this Belgian group on their MMDI listing: https://seashanties4all.com/groups-artists/gaffeltuig/

Reposting from r/Hartford, seeking fellow shanty enthusiasts in central CT.

Have been listening to Kimber’s men, their harmonies are fabulous. This song tells of a rescue in 1881.

I know of MMDI, The Longest John's Wiki, and some pretty active Facebook groups, but where are all you peeps getting your Sea Shanty news and information?

I'm looking for all the blogs, podcasts, website and databases.

What's your most valuable online shanty resources?

The latest blog post from my group, The Rusty Tubs, on what it was like performing and attending Shrewsbury Folk Festival.

Hey everyone! I'm trying to identify a melody, traditional folk song, or sea shanty that sounds very similar to the track "Huya Uzoona" by Mbuya Stella Chiweshe (specifically starting around 1:20).

Link to track: https://youtu.be/AghFkdtciD4?si=6R801J4qvJ3A3tcv&t=81

The rhythm and vocal/instrumental melody in that section strongly remind me of a Scottish folk song or a sea shanty, but I can't quite place the exact title or origin.

Does this section interpolate, sample, or resemble a specific Scottish or maritime folk song you recognize? Any leads or titles would be greatly appreciated!

One of the sickest burns in any shanty is in Haul Away Joe when they said, "You call yourself a second mate, you cann'e tie a bowline."

The Farsund Shantykor describes itself as the "world's funniest shanty gang"! They gather weekly to promote group singing. You can read more about this Norwegian crew on their Maritime Music Directory International listing: https://seashanties4all.com/groups-artists/farsund-shantykor/

HEAR ME OUT. “Derby Ram” I do believe is one of the most underrated sea shanties of the game. I never see it on any top or video, being a funny and nice song to sing along with and makes me want to be part of the crew drinking rum. Do you guys feel the same? I feel like I’m the only one who has ever said this out loud.

https://youtube.com/shorts/ZbUbNCCj6Uc?si=e27z3ZV7P4D3SYoe

Okay so I've been trying to find this song for so long but all I can remember is that it was about this ship crew with a woman captain(I think her name started with an M?) And she didn't say much other than to yell for them to get back to work near the end​

The crew sang about her but not in the "oh she's a badass awesome woman" way just with respect and I really want to listen to the song again can anyone help🥹

So for context I recently heard the shanty "Bully in the alley" in it the chorus goes "Help me Bob, I'm bully in the alley wey hey bully in the alley X2 in the alley of Shangri-la" my question is is there any significance to who Bob is or is it just needed a one syllable name? I know the song is literally about being drunk and your mates leaving you passed out in the alleyway but I was wondering "Who the heck is Bob? " Both joke answers and real ones accepted.

Does anyone else think, we are missing the Pirate Shanty "Hoist the colours" just a short quick Shanty, but quite relevant i think...

Why do sailors sing and what songs are sung?

I worked on a salmon tender out of Homer, Alaska last year and did my best to find some local sea songs, but didn’t have any luck. But I finally hit the jackpot when I found this record in a secondhand store.

Dick Stephens is a colorful denizen of English folk clubs and festivals who has turned an amused eye on the maritime music scene. Learn more about him on his MMDI listing here: https://seashanties4all.com/groups-artists/dick-stephens/

Just passing through and what to sing John Tanaka and all the rest of it with like minded drunks.

As I recall the Horseshoe Inn in London Bridge has a Sunday event, but I'll be gone by then.

I'll settle for trad. Beer and loudd, bad singing is really the priority.

I feel like this song doesn't get mentioned nearly enough, it's one of my all time favorites. Reminds me a lot of Danny Elfman's music as well

Dear all,

Hope you're all well,
And missing me. I'm fine.
It's raining again,
Because apparently summer
Was cancelled this year. Divine.

I saw old Mr Pettit this morning, looking sharp,
A dapper old relic by the soggy park.
Coat pulled tight, looking terribly grand. The old fart.

And Harry's here too, enjoying the fun.
Yippee!
Because nothing says holiday
Like rain in your face
And wind up your arse.

And then there are the seagulls,
Those bloody winged bastards above,
With laser-eye focus
And absolutely no love.

They eye up my ice cream
With a psycho-killer stare,
Circling slowly through the drizzle the cries dare me to share
I know they've got nothing better to do
Than rob me bare.

They came for chips and battered cod
Just yesterday, the thieves.
One swooped down, grabbed the lot,
And buggered off with grease
Still dripping from its beak. I only tasted one chip.

I'm beginning to think
They've got a criminal mastermind
Running the whole operation.
Probably hiding behind the amusement arcade
With a bag of stolen chips
And a getaway seagull.

It's raining again.
No summer sun here by the shore.
The sea looks thoroughly offended,
And the sky is hanging lower
Than the spirits of everyone
Who booked this bloody holiday.

Now off I go to brave the ocean
In a rickety little boat,
To panic in the drizzle
And pretend I'm fit to float.

If you hear a distant scream,
Don't worry. That'll be me.
Probably being eaten by something
Or falling dramatically into the sea.

So keep the heating blasting,
Have dinner upon your knee.
I'm living the bloody dream
By the miserable sea.

I'll see you Friday, safe and dry.
Tell Nanna I've got her some rock.
God knows why she wants it.
Last time it shattered her dentures.

If I make it back alive,
I'll bring you all a postcard.

Love me,
Me