Great Big Sea
FolkCanadian folk rockceltic rockNewfoundland traditional musicsea shanty revivalenergetic folk-rock arrangements
Great Big Sea was a Canadian folk rock/celtic rock band from Newfoundland and Labrador, best known for performing energetic rock interpretations of traditional Newfoundland folk songs including sea shanties, which draw from the island's 500-year Irish, Scottish, and Cornish heritage. The band was very successful in Canada, with eleven of their albums being certified Gold in the country, including four being certified Platinum and two achieving multi-platinum certifications.
Influenced by: The Pogues, Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span
- Active:
- 1990s-2010s
- Scene:
- Newfoundland and Labrador
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