Bamfield's John Vanden | Kimber's Men

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Bamfield's John Vanden | Kimber's Men
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Kimber's Men are an incredible vocal harmony group from Yorkshire and are well regarded as some of the very best in the shanty scene. Their four unique and powerful voices blend together perfectly to create a truly awe inspiring sound. This wonderful take on Bamfield's John Vanden by The Bills has been delighting audiences around the globe, so it was a pleasure to get to make this special video with them.

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Filmed using Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k (BMPCC4k), Prores HQ

[guitarheel]

All these guys sound fantastic, but that bass is SUPERB.

[herbivorethecarnivore]

The bass guy is gonna rupture my organs with that voice

[erian]

For anyone else trying to learn these wonderful lyrics:

I come from the mud and the wind and the wet
From as far to the west as a man can get
And I worked those waters for all my years
And I got my share of triumph and tears
Ah, the ocean’s the source of my hopes and fears
Keep an eye on the jigger pole, hand on the gaff
And a smiley on the line always brought a laugh
She’s the pride of the coast, biggest of the springs
We would carry her home past Edward King
Unloading at the packers’ and the money would ring
I’m Bamfield’s John Vanden

And you might slip and stumble on the rocks at the shore
And exult in the blast of the mighty wake’s roar
But when you stand humbled by the ocean’s door
Then you’ll understand just who I am
Bamfield’s Johnnie Vanden

Fair weather is the mask that the devil dons
A disguise for the tempest that’s coming on
But looking toward the west, I can always tell
By the tint of the sky and the strength of the swell
Who’s winning today—is it heaven or hell?
And when unseen arms threw thundering gales
We risked our souls on that telegraph trail
When the listing wrecks needed us the most
We slipped past death on the graveyard coast
But the ocean remembers, so we never did boast
I’m Bamfield’s John Vanden

And you might slip and stumble on the rocks at the shore
And exult in the blast of the mighty wake’s roar
But when you stand humbled by the ocean’s door
Then you’ll understand just who I am
Bamfield’s Johnnie Vanden

I rolled and trolled and my hands were worn
In God’s vindictive southeast storm
Heard the hull of the ship as it ripped and groaned
But there is one thrill I've never known
'T is, the love of a woman I could call my own
So your questions of romance don’t ask me
I’m the man who wed the Pacific sea
Tempestuous though she may have been
A more faithful two you never seen
She’s kept me wise and fit and lean
I’m Bamfield’s John Vanden

And you might slip and stumble on the rocks at the shore
And exult in the blast of the mighty wake’s roar
But when you stand humbled by the ocean’s door
Then you’ll understand just who I am
Bamfield’s Johnnie Vanden
Bamfield’s John Vanden

[Elysiadon]

John looking at his gut & laughing during the "fit and lean" line is *chef's kiss*

[henryfraipont]

This has got to be the 20th time I’ve come back to this video just to listen

[danloredo]

Mastery. Beauty. Come to the US Midwest and sing! We’ll host you. Old mining and shipping towns here. More videos, keep going, good men, godspeed!

[BeaverWeaverTime]

Absolutely love this
Gareth has such a unique voice
The mix of Gareth and Neil is beautiful
John's bass is another level of singing.
Steve's pure tone adds an amazing sound .
Fantastic

[Karlosovic]

I love the sound these guys put together, and while Gareth's high notes really set it off, it'd all be nothing without John "Sorry I woke you, Poseidon" Bromley

[BenFleury]

Saw them live at one of my local pubs yesterday.
It was brilliant singing and drinking with them.

[redbeard]

I live just south of Bamfield. Hearing this video made my heart soar

[MDDGAN]

I wish more men in my generation shared a love and appreciation for this music, I would greatly love to sing these songs and pass them on myself one day.

[ParasiticDaemon]

Love this vocal group, or should I say shantymen, they're as tight as it gets. One would be so lucky to join, or even personally witness a group as clean as this. Well done.

[SirWitKiD]

This rendition is bloody amazing. Kimbers Men are loud in our home. Respect to John's family and legacy.

[presbyteriangirl]

Very very good. I listen to this a lot.

[scottmclagan]

Guys...this is beyond great. More please.

I would love to hear what you could do with "Barrett's Privateers" around that table.

[karenbishop]

Love the joy the men get from singing this song. Beautiful voices

[btothepowerof]

Is that a touch of the fifth note that creeps in a few times? Just gorgeous harmonies.

[tommyfrerking]

It's not an Irish song, but today on Saint Patrick's day I am listening to many songs from the Isles (while sitting in the Colonies) and I very much appreciate the art of 'a cappella' singing. I'm not totally sure where the heart of my vocal range is and singing along with you all makes me want to seek out a voice coach and delve further into the art! Sainte and cheers!

[timculmer]

Of all the songs I've seen and heard you guys sing, I think that this is maybe the best. A sound and vibe to aspire to. Just brilliant. 👍 😊

[chicombit]

I can't get enough of this song in self isolation. Thank You from Germany....