Mevagissey Shanty Festival Performers

This Year's LineUp

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ACapella Moonshine

ACapella Moonshine

A women's shanty group that embodies the spirit of the sea and the women who draw their life from it. Contact: Pat Hobden pat.hobden1@outlook.com...

Armstrong’s Patent

Armstrong’s Patent

Armstrong's Patent is an 8-member shanty group from Appingedam, performing global sea songs about ships, the sea, and family. Known for their...

Barrel Seagals

Barrel Seagals

The Barrel Seagals are an all female shanty crew based in Bude, Cornwall. Singing a number of original songs as well as some of the favourites with...

Barrett’s Privateers

Barrett’s Privateers

Barrett's Privateers, an acapella group from Cornwall's Tamar Valley, captivates audiences with their rich harmonies and diverse repertoire,...

Batten Down The Hatches

Batten Down The Hatches

Prepare to be energized and entertained by this dynamic trio from Exeter Estuary. Brian of Holcombe, Derek "Shantyman" Brooks, and David "Doc"...

BOIS Y BRYN

BOIS Y BRYN

We are a sea shanty band, formed in 2020 from mostly ex-choristers in Cwmbran South Wales Contact: Malcolm Gough mjgough1@gmail.com Facebook

Bootleggers

Bootleggers

Based in Monmouthshire, South Wales and formed in September 2023, Bootleggers love to entertain audiences with a lively, foot tapping singalong,...

Bow Movement

Bow Movement

Formed in early 2020 in the village of Kennford, just south of Exeter, Bow Movement injects passion and energy into the Westcountry Shanty scene....

Bryher’s Boys

Bryher’s Boys

Formed in 2017, Bryher’s Boys emerged from the Tenor and Bass sections of various West Cornwall choirs, specializing in Sea Shanty singing. Rooted...

Ceri Stafford

Ceri Stafford

Ceri, born in Swansea and living in Barnstaple, North Devon, grew up with shanties and folk songs. After years as a festival audience member, he now...

Cobweb Crew

Cobweb Crew

Cobweb Crew are a bunch of friends who enjoy singing a song whilst enjoying a pint or 2. They sing shanties and Cornish songs, based at the Cobweb...

Cornish Connection

Cornish Connection

Male Barbershop Harmony Chorus based in Mid Cornwall celebrating our 40th Year in 2024 Contact: Alan Read alanrread@gmail.com Facebook

Deep Voice Dave

Deep Voice Dave

David sings with a deep and powerful voice. That's what Ahab said when he sent him aloft in fog or to scare whales. An amazing and varied...

Dick Stephens

Dick Stephens

Dick began singing in the mid-1980s at Cheddar Folk Club, forming the Belfry Boys duo, known for speleological folk parodies. He later joined the...

DU HAG OWR

DU HAG OWR

Formed over 14 years ago, the group now comprise 3 very old men, 3 old men and 2 youths (under 60!). We performed at the private bbq for the world...

Duana

Duana

Formerly of Hot Tuna, Lorraine and Kate now perform as an acoustic duo, singing sea songs, traditional, folk, contemporary, and original. Joined by...

Flash Jack

Flash Jack

We perform maritime songs in a way which utilises our various musical backgrounds and which encompasses not only ‘straight’ shanties but also...

Foresail

Foresail

A four-strong, acapella singing group who specialise in regional folk songs and songs of the sea. Helen, Jeremy, Mark and Nigel have their roots in...

Fortuity

Fortuity

We're a barbershop quartet who love the Mevagissey Shanty festival! Who knows, this may be the year that we actually sing some shanties... Contact:...

Gunnar Wiegand

Gunnar Wiegand

Folksänger Gunnar Wiegand’s repertoire includes sea songs, shanties, folk, and his own compositions in English and German. Known internationally for...

Hart Backbord

Hart Backbord

Founded in the 1970s, "HART BACKBORD" gained fame with their unique shanty interpretations and performances. They released their first album in 1981...

Highly Strung

Highly Strung

We are a three-piece folk band. We play a variety of songs from shanties to traditional Cornish folk, from ballads to self-penned songs of the sea...

Jam First

Jam First

Welcome to Jam First! We’re an energetic acappella quartet with a passion for Barbershop harmonies and pop classics. From "Only You" to "Wagon...

Kessenyan

Kessenyan

Kessenyan are a 3 part harmony group based in Redruth, we are a group of three young singers who sing songs from the shanty scene and the English...

Kesson Tus

Kesson Tus

Kesson Tus are a small harmony group of friends who all sing in male groups and also enjoy the challenge of performing acapella in a smaller...

Kesvarner

Kesvarner

Kesvarner promotes and supports the singing of shanties and Cornish songs in the community. We hold regular monthly shouts in Pentewan where all are...

Lil Cabin Buoy

Lil Cabin Buoy

I’m Lil Cabin Buoy, a solo sailor singing traditional maritime ballads and shanties, inspired by Lou Killen, Cyril Tawney, and Stan Hugill. I...

Loctup Together

Loctup Together

LocTup Together are from the Merseyside region and specialise in close harmony arrangements, whether it is delivering powerful work songs or more...

Lynmouth Shanty Crew

Lynmouth Shanty Crew

Lynmouth Shanty Crew was formed in the aftermath of the Covid Lockdown. They are a mixed group, with a healthy ladies membership and perform a...

Mel Babb

Mel Babb

Mel Babb, a founding member of Figurehead, now shines as a solo artist with a powerful voice and unique style. Known for her vibrant personality and...

Mevagissey Ladies Choir

Mevagissey Ladies Choir

Established in November 1985, our choir started with 16 members and now has over 25, welcoming newcomers. Our diverse group includes women from...

Mevagissey Male Choir

Mevagissey Male Choir

In 2024, the Mevagissey Male Choir celebrates its 50th anniversary, founded in 1974 by local fishermen. We’ll mark this milestone with a special...

Mevagissey Quay Notes

Mevagissey Quay Notes

We are a four-man A Capella group from Mevagissey with a wide repertoire of sea shanty to close harmony. We perform at all Sorts of events such as...

Missin’ Tackle Shanty Crew

Missin’ Tackle Shanty Crew

Missin' Tackle Shanty Crew are a Brixham based crew and in their tenth year of singing. Coming from very varying backgrounds it is their love of...

Month’s Advance

Month’s Advance

Emily and Josh, known as Month’s Advance, blend irreverent takes on history with traditional sea songs. Their duo combines folk vocals and shanty...

Odds n Sods

Odds n Sods

Odds n Sods its all in the name, a group of like minded men who enjoy singing Cornish songs and Shanties while drinking the odd pint here and there...

Old Grumpies

Old Grumpies

The Old Grumpies are a collection of grumpy old men brought together by sea shanty singing and lawn bowls - yes a strange combination. The same is...

Pirates of St Piran

Pirates of St Piran

The Pirates of St Piran are a rocky, rumbustious pirate band performing all over the West Country at festivals, pubs and pirate-themed events. We...

Seven Bays Ukes

Seven Bays Ukes

Our friendly and supportive club meets every Monday evening at the Well Parc Hotel in Trevone. We all love to learn new songs in a relaxed...

Severn Whalers

Severn Whalers

Formed six years ago, the Severn Whalers—four friends from villages along the River Severn—share a passion for sea shanties. They’re excited to...

Shanty Sam Wheatley

Shanty Sam Wheatley

Just one man singing his way for funsies. Performed at Falmouth Shanty Festival this year, and is hungry for more Contact: Sam Wheatley 07975 775057...

Simon The Shanty Harpist

Simon The Shanty Harpist

I sing and play Traditional and Original Sea Shanties (with my harp) - mostly comical! I have played recently in Port Isaac, Falmouth St Ives (and...

Steamboat Mutineers

Steamboat Mutineers

Steamboat Mutineers are a steampunk-themed shanty, sea songs and folk group, based in Exmouth, Devon. Their musical sets are always served with a...

Sudden Squall

Sudden Squall

A dynamic trio from West Penwith; known for their entertaining and invigorating renditions of sea shanties and Cornish songs, old and new. Although...

Synergy

Synergy

Synergy are a group of women from across Cornwall who love acappella singing. We sing a varied range of pop songs in three and four part harmony....

Tavy Tars

Tavy Tars

Tavy Tars were formed in 2003, have enjoyed our involvement at the Mevagissey festival over the past two years and looking forward to returning in...

Tawny Shantymen

Tawny Shantymen

The Tawny Shantymen hail from Pill in North Somerset, on the banks of the River Avon, well known for its maritime and pilot history with nearby...

The Beach’d Buoys

The Beach’d Buoys

The Beach’d Buoys, Weston-Super-Mare’s acclaimed Shanty Band, have delighted South West audiences since 2018. Formed from a chance meeting in a...

The DerryAirs

The DerryAirs

The DerryAirs, Downderry’s own shanty band, sing and write sea songs, share Cornish tales, and travel the world through music. Formed in 2019 with...

The Drecklys

The Drecklys

The Drecklys, an all-female a cappella group from Par, Cornwall, harmonize in 3- or 4-part arrangements. Founded in 2016, we blend traditional...

The Harry Browns Of Bristol

The Harry Browns Of Bristol

The Harrys are an established group from Bristol, perhaps The Harrys are one of the longest-serving groups in the UK. We enjoy singing for our...

The Lemonaires

The Lemonaires

The Lemonaires, a passionate 4-part acapella group from Mylor Bridge near Falmouth, sing with Celtic pride about Cornwall, fishing, farming, and...

The Lower Deckers

The Lower Deckers

The Lower Deckers are a fun, contemporary sham group from the landlocked counties of Shropshire Herefordshire. Their repertoire embraces traditional...

The Pluckateers

The Pluckateers

Ukulele playing Shanty Band. Unique sound and some original shanty songs. The Pluckateers have been together for 5 years and played Mevagissey 3...

The Press Gang

The Press Gang

Based in St Austell Bay, The Press Gang, a nine-member group, delivers foot-stomping shanties and melodic sea songs with a vibrant, energetic style....

The Quartermasters

The Quartermasters

Embark on a musical voyage with The Quartermasters, a four-piece nautical folk band whose harmonious melodies and sea-themed lyrics breathe life...

The Steepholmers

The Steepholmers

The Steepholmers, a sea shanty group formed in Weston-super-Mare in 2018, are inspired by a nautical-themed video game. Named after Steep Holm...

Tinkers Cuss

Tinkers Cuss

Formally members of the Cobweb Crew, who decided to start a new group, singing Shanty and Cornish songs acapella and mote harmony based Contact:...

TOBY WEBB

TOBY WEBB

Hi I'm Toby a singer songwriter from Falmouth, my inspiration comes from the beautiful county that I live in,Cornwall My Home!! Contact: Darren Webb...

WASSON

WASSON

We're a male singing group based in Metherell in the parish of Calstock, South East Cornwall. We didn't really get together for the singing, but...

Wrecked Again

Wrecked Again

We are a group of friends singing together in Cockwood, South Devon. We enjoy the social side of shanty as well as the songs, and have performed at...

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