Jerry Bryant (songwriter)
Jerry Bryant is a professional folk music performer specializing in maritime music.[1] In addition to performing traditional songs, he also has written songs in a traditional style. Of his original songs, The Ballad of Harbo and Samuelsen is among his best known[2] and has been recorded by several other performers including William Pint and Felicia Dale and Rick Lee.
Recordings:
- Roast Beef of Old England, songs of the British Navy in the 19th century.
- Ballad of Harbo and Samuelsen, traditional songs as well as new compositions
- Salty Dick's Uncensored Sailor Songs, traditional bawdy songs (recorded under pseudonym "Salty Dick")
References
Notes
General References
- Official website
- YouTube video of Jerry Bryant performing original song The Ballad of Harbo and Samuelsen.
- "Three solo folksingers to perform as a trio." by Keith J. Connor. From The Republican Entertainment Desk, Tuesday December 9, 2008, 2:11 PM, found on Masslive.com [1]
- Bio on website for 2008 Portsmouth Maritime Folk Festival [2]
- Bio on website for 2007 Chicago Maritime Festival [3]
- Bio on website for 2002 Hull, MA Summer Shanty Concert [4]
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