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The Rogue Shanty Buoys are based (and home-brewed) in rural East Anglia, and were described by fRoots magazine as "Guardians of the old songs, delivered with captivating authority."They sing sea shanties with an unmistakably bold and original sound, with an emphasis on strong vocals, tight harmonies, and unfussy arrangements — giving warm, spirited performances with a fresh, dynamic approach to folk music that's seen them described as "a slightly salty Mumford & Sons."
With a hugely diverse repertoire ranging from the Middle Ages to the present day, The Rogue Shanty Buoys are as at home singing rousing traditional sea shanties such as "The Wellerman" and "Drunken Sailor," whaling arias, and tunes of ne'er-do-wells, as they are covering contemporary songs and '90s classics by the likes of The Spice Girls, Bruno Mars, and Britney Spears — each performed with their own unique "shanty" twist.
They have performed for celebrities across the UK and beyond, on high-end cruise ships, and on TV and radio — featuring live on BBC Radio 3's Coastal Adventures, and Mark Radcliffe of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Show has said: "Do you hear a little of the Beach Boys in the harmonies — there's something outside of the regular shanty sound there for sure."
And on Thursday 5th November, from 5.30pm - 8pm, they will be playing at the Swan Hotel, Southwold — so wrap up warm, pull up a cosy seat, and come and join us for an evening of hearty songs and good company.
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The Swan Southwold, Market Place,Southwold, United Kingdom
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