The Stranded Wailers

We’re a ragtag group of enthusiastic shanty singers stranded at the end of the world – Hobart, Tasmania.

We began as a small group of friends from around Hobart, Tasmania with an interest in shanty and folk singing. Casual singalongs at local pubs, homes and the occasional mountain hut grew organically into a larger group of men who meet regularly to enjoy the camaraderie and fun of singing together.

As news of these sessions spread, we were asked to perform publicly at local festivals and events. The Stranded Wailers are comprised of a select group of singers from the sessions that possess an enthusiasm for singing these rollicking songs, sharing the stories behind them and importantly, are willing to step on stage!

You can download their songbook for free, but you’re also welcome to leave a kind donation.  (Note that this songbook includes shanties, maritime songs, Celtic, and folk songs.)