Hard Pressed are Derek Seed (vocals), Roger Resch (vocals & accordion) & Liz Randall (vocals, accordion & whistle). They perform all manner of sea songs including shanties, but also more reflective songs, from both the tradition and contemporary sources. Most offer great opportunities for audience participation, with refrains, choruses and harmonies.
Hard Pressed, are running a maritime festival from 4th to 7th in April. The title is The Sovereign Seas Maritime Folk Festival.website : www.sovereignseasfestival.co.uk