Maine's Premier Pirate Band

8/6/2020

Join us LIVE for our first ever virtual concert! We'll be doing a livestream show from 6 PM - 8 PM EST! Show is FREE, but donations are appreciated!

5/3/2020

Ahoy all, as you may have noticed, we've had to cancel all of our shows since the start of the quarantines around March 17th. But don't worry, because we have something old-timey pirates never had: digital recording capabilities. So check back here or our social media pages to get the latest news on any upcoming digital streams or shows!

4/3/2020

Due to the Covid-19 shutdowns, we are very sad to announce the show with Clapping in Irons and The King's Busketeers at The Apohadion has been cancelled. We're looking forward to rescheduling it after the pandemic has passed, whenever that may be. All of our shows have been cancelled until further notice. Stay safe and healthy!

3/16/2020

Being a pirate in the modern day means being burdened with the great knowledge of Germ Theory, hygiene, and, unfortunately, also the current worldwide outbreak of COVID-19 or coronavirus. We are not exempt from the widespread closures and cancellations and have had to cancel our show on March 16. Check our website and Facebook page regarding any further cancellations. As far as we know, our next show, on April 3, is still on. We will let you know if anything changes!

2/6/2020

Join us once again as we play at the TENTH Salty Ball in Manchester, CT to raise money for the Testicular Cancer Society as well as Love146, a local organization whose aim is to stop child sex trafficking. Last year the Salty Ball raised over $2,000! Let's raise even more this year and do some good while having some fun!

12/1/2019

We just added TWO new shows to our calendar for January! We're going to get 2020 started off on the right foot... or should I say peg leg? 

11/25/2019

Ahoy, all! We heard your feedback about our monthly Pirate Night, and from here on out, it will be from 8-11 PM instead of 9-12. We hope this change works better for everyone and we look forward to seeing you again on December 16th!

10/22/2019

Our new EP is now available on our website and streaming services! We put a lot of love and care into each and every all-original song and we sincerely hope you'll enjoy the sea-mythology themed content! A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the release show!

10/21/2019

We're celebrating the release of our new EP, The Kraken Sleepeth, at Flask Lounge with the pirate-punk band Clapping in Irons opening! See our events page for details!

9/13/2019

Captain Nobeard here-- I'm pleased to inform you that I've finally updated our website with the rest of our Fall shows! Come see us!

8/3/2019

We're hitting Acadia Recording Company to start recording our all-original EP, "The Kraken Sleepeth," which we hope to have ready to drop in the Fall! 

8/1/2019

Happy August! We've added all of our shows for August! 

6/29/2019

Ahoy all! We'll be playing from 3-5 on Saturday, June 29th at Portland's Maine Craft Distilling! All ages, no cover!

6/8/2019

Ahoy, all! Yer fellow Shank Painters are going to the 40th Annual Sea Music Festival at Mystic Seaport this weekend to meet some of the music veterans from all over the world who share our passion for historical maritime music. We would LOVE to see you there so you can share this experience with us! 

6/5/2019

We're happy to announce that we'll be beginning a residency at FLASK Lounge starting in October with our fellow Maine pirate band, Clapping in Irons! Can't wait until then? No worries: we'll be playing there in July and August as well!

6/5/2019

Our events page has been updated with our June shows! We hope to see you there!

5/7/2019

Ahoy, all! In our ongoing crusade to spread our piratical germ, we've created an Instagram account! Find us at @shankpainters

5/5/2019

Ahoy, all! We just created a Twitter account to give instant updates about shows, events, new music, and more! Follow us and Tweet at us at @shankpainters 

5/1/2019

Happy May, everyone! We have six shows all over New England this month! Click on the "Events" button to see if we'll be playing at an event near you!

3/31/2019

Our show at Sun Tiki on March 31st has been postponed until May 12 due to the renovations taking place at Sun Tiki Studios. We apologize for any inconvenience and we hope you'll come to the rescheduled show on May 12 and enjoy Sun Tiki Studios and its full renovated glory!

3/31/2019

On March 31st, we're joining forces with another accordion-featuring band, Boat Dares, to celebrate the release of their new EP! The show will be at Sun Tiki Studios in Portland. The show is all ages, with a $7 cover, and we're on at 8. See you there!

3/2/2019

We'll be playing at the Salty Ball this year in Manchester, CT! All proceeds raised will go to the Testicular Cancer Society as well as a local organization whose aim is to stop child trafficking. We're on at 9... hope to see you there! 21+, entry requires $20+ donation.

2/25/2019

We're joining up with a few other shanty enthusiasts to share and swap music at Novare Res! We didn't organize the event, but... we'll be there! 21+ no cover

2/20/2019

Join Shank Painters at The Middle East Corner in Cambridge, MA for a pirate-themed night! Festivities will kick off with the New England pirate variety troupe, King Serpent Variety Troupe, at 10 PM, and we'll be on at 11 to 2!

1/1/2019

THEY'RE HERE! The FANTASTIC photos from our photo shoot with our friends at Epic Studios! We had a blast working with them and were completely blown away by the results! Visit the "Gallery" page of our website to check them out!

12/12/2018

Take a break from the Christmas music with us at Blue to hear some sea shanties about plundering, pillaging, and drinking. No cover, suggested donation $10

11/14/2018

Join us at Blue for happy hour, 5-6:30! No cover, suggested donation

10/17/2018

Shank Painters are back at Blue for happy hour! Since it's October, we'll be breaking out our spoooookiest sea shanties!

9/12/2018

Come join us for Blue's happy hour and sing some shanties with us! No cover, $10 suggested donation.

8/11/2018

Join us as we play TWO SETS of swashbucklin' sea shanties at the Hollis Pirate Festival! The day will be filled with activities for all ages, vendors, weapons demos, tasty food, raffles, music, fire performers, a wrestling show, fireworks, and most importantly... PIRATES!! 

7/29/2018

Make the most out of Blue's happy hour from 5:00 - 6:30 with some sea shanties and rollicking tavern songs! No cover, 21+, $10 suggested donation

7/21/2018

Join yer fellow Shank Painters at Westbrook's Riverbank Park from 1-1:45 for some sea shanties in addition to the wide variety of activities and food for all ages! There's no entry fee, but we hope you'll be willing to part with some of yer treasure to raise booty for charity!

7/13/2018

It's the most wonderful (and piratical) time of the year! Join us as we invade Fort Knox in Prospect, ME alongside the Pirates of the Dark Rose for three fantastical days!! Beginning on Friday, July 13th, to Sunday July 15th, the weekend will be filled with sword fighting, cannon demonstrations, kids activities, pirate cruises on a REAL pirate ship, and swashbuckling sea shanties! Costumes are encouraged! "Sea" you there, yo ho ho!

6/13/2018

We're thrilled to announce we're making a second appearance at Blue on Wednesday, June 13th! Come join us from 5 to 6:30 and make the most out of Blue's happy hour with a hearty glass o' grog and shanty singing!

6/10/2018

Join yer fellow Shank Painters as they combine piratical forces with the Bucklers of Swash for yet another debauchery-filled pub crawl! We will be providing musical entertainment throughout the evening as we saunter pub to pub, starting at 4 PM at $3 Dewey's. 21+.

5/19/2018

Join Shank Painters as they join their piratical comrades, Pirates of the Dark Rose, to celebrate the beginning of their 2018 season at Bloodthirsty's Tavern! 21+, please bring a dish, contact us for address!

5/14/2018

Watch yer beloved Shank Painters perform some shanties and answer some questions on 207 on Maine's local news channel, WSCH6! Airs tonight at 7 PM and again at 11 PM.

5/12/2018

Our new self-titled album is on sale NOW! Get yerself a copy here or at our next show!

5/8/2018

Ever wanted to know more about the mysterious Shank Painters? Here's your chance, thanks to Troy Bennett's article and interview for the Bangor Daily News!

5/16/2018

We've been working hard on a new CD and we want to share it with you! Join your favorite pirate band at Blue in Portland, ME to celebrate the release of our new self-titled album and get yourself a copy!

5/12/2018

Join yer fellow Shank Painters in Waltham, MA for some sea shanties as they perform in part of a steampunk-filled day, packed with many musical performers, fascinating displays, and unique vendors!

4/3/2018

Break out yer finest pirate gear and join yer fellow Shank Painters at the Depot Street Tap House in Bridgton for a night of sea shanties in honor of our musical comrade, the Admiral Vulpes Argentum. 

2/17/2018

The Shank Painters will be doing wandering performances at the Tower Hill Botanic Garden's steampunk-themed flower festival! 

2/24/2018

The Shank Painters will be at the 8th Annual Pirates Salty Ball in Hartford, CT on Saturday, February 24th to play some rollicking sea shanties between acts! Let loose yer inner buccaneer and join us for a good cause! $20 donation, 21+. 

2/14/2018

Join the Shank Painters as part of Flask's February Acoustic Night! No cover, 21+, music starts at 9.

12/30/2017

The online merch store on our website is up and running! This was made to be your one-stop shop for Shank Painters CDs, clothing, and accessories, so you can show your pirate pride everywhere you go. We have pins and keychains for sale and t-shirts and pint glasses are soon to come!

1/21/2018

What do pirates value even more than gold? Freedom. Not just freedom for some, but freedom for all sexes, races, genders, and sexualities. Join the fearsome pirate women of the Shank Painters for some songs about women who rebelled against society during the Golden Age of Piracy to preserve their spirit of defiance to the present day.

12/15/2017

Join Lady Wenchly and Captain No-Beard of the Shank Painters as they are the wandering minstrels who join piratical forces with their affiliates, the Bucklers of Swash and Co., to celebrate the birthday of the dreaded Maine pirate, Captain Pencillious. Starts at 6:00 at $3 Dewey's, 21+

12/13/2017

Captain No-Beard and Lady Wenchly of yer beloved Shank Painters will be performing sea shanties for part of Acoustic Night at Flask, located on Spring Street in Portland, ME. Starts at 9 PM, no cover, 21+

11/29/2017

Yer fellow Shank Painters have parted with a few doubloons to procure a website to keep ye updated on our piratical happenings, as well as supply yer ears with our wonderful musics! Huzzah!

11/12/2017

Yer fellow Shank Painters spent the weekend in some sort of sound-capturing sorcery room in order to record our very first full-length album! Keep yer eyes on the horizon for a release date!

10/31/2017

Arrr ye scalliwags ready for a special Halloween treat? This be a most fearsome tale of a vengeful pirate ghost! The chorus of “Ghost of John” is an old American folk song, traditionally sung in a round, and the verses were created by the mind of The Shank Painter’s own Baron von Bellows (Charlie Swerdlow).