Hello everybody,

A few answers:

Wildlone: Yes this is a familiar song in the Netherlands, especially with party's or football (not a shanty at all). It goes: "Overal, overal, waar de meisjes zijn, waar de meisjes zijn, Overal, overal, waar de meisjes zijn, daar is het bal." Your translation is good, but I don't know where it originates from. If you want to know I can try to find it out for you.

Kim C.: Thanks for the info. I don't think I can be of any help with your specific question. Hugill is a good source although a bit English(U.K.)-minded. I get the feeling you are looking for specific American material. Maybe you should try Mystic Seaport or American singers like Geoff Kaufman, Bob Webb or Jon Pfaff.

McGrath of Harlow: You are right of course!

Chantyranger/Abby Sale: No, unfortunately I am not a part of "Liereliet" or "Kat in't Seil". Although both formations are based on the same singers they are very good. Last weekend Nanne and Ankie have performed at our own shantyfestival and again I was impressed. Personally I am one of the leadsingers in a shantychoir "De Compagniezangers" from Medemblik in The Netherlands. We enjoy singing shanty's and seasongs on all kinds of maritime occasions. Some of our best friends are from other countries; Shanty Jack, Ken Stephens, Johnny Collins and Greame Knights from the U.K., Bob Webb from Maine, and Jean Paul Ferrec from Brittany in France. They were all here in Medemblik for our festival last week. I will take your advice and try to join the Mudcat.

Greetings, Erik.