Overview

“Trossen Los” was a radio program on the local broadcaster RTV-Ridderkerk, presented by Ad van Eijk.  The program focused entirely on maritime music, with a strong emphasis on shanties and maritime-themed songs. In addition to the music broadcasts, the program also maintained its own website at the time, featuring an online ‘bookcase’ full of maritime literature, including the famous “Shanty Bible” (sea songs).

Van Eijk retired in 2011 and the program went with him.

Curated History

"Trossen Los" translates to "Casting Off" in English.

A guestbook artifact remains from the program's website here.