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A British folk music group renowned for their powerful harmonies and revival of traditional sea shanties and folk songs. Formed in Bristol, England, in 2012 by Jonathan Darley, Dave Robinson, and Michael Rowe. Gained international fame in 2021 during the 'ShantyTok' trend. Known for a cappella performances and modern interpretations of maritime music. Released multiple successful albums and toured globally.

• The band unexpectedly skyrocketed to global fame in early 2021 when their rendition of the New Zealand whaling song 'Wellerman' went massively viral on TikTok (dubbed the 'ShantyTok' phenomenon), introducing sea shanties to a vast, younger audience.
• The band underwent a lineup change; founding member Michael Rowe left in 2022. Andy Yates, who had previously collaborated with the band, officially joined alongside original members Jonathan Darley and Dave Robinson. Robbie Shenton also became a core member.
• They are known for their strong online community engagement, utilizing platforms like Patreon and Discord to connect directly with fans, often involving them in creative processes like choosing cover songs.
• Their music was featured prominently in the popular video game 'Sea of Thieves', further cementing their association with maritime themes and expanding their fanbase within the gaming community.