
The Captain’s Beard are a high‑energy folk‑rock pirate band from Brighton, England known for their raucous blend of traditional sea shanties, British Isles folk music, and original upbeat folk‑rock songs. They’ve built a reputation by performing over 100 shows a year at pubs, music venues, festivals, and touring across the UK and Europe, bringing a lively, boisterous stage presence and often spontaneous off‑stage interactions with audiences. Their repertoire mixes maritime classics, Celtic‑tinged tunes, and humorous originals—with playful lyrical themes ranging from sea life and pirate tales to quirky subjects like mermaids and beards. The band has released multiple albums and EPs, including Same Ship Different Day, Completely Tankard, and Cannonballs Deep, and their spirited version of “John Kanakanaka” has earned significant streaming success.
Folk Rock, Sea Shanties
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