Tune into CBC Radio tonight and listen to Great Big Sea's recent St. John's, NL, show! It airs this evening on Radio 2 at 7pm (7:30 in Newfoundland)and tomorrow, November 20, on CBC Radio 1 at 2pm (2:30 in Newfoundland). Enjoy!...

If you are planning to give a gift from the GreatBigSea.com store this holiday season, and need it to arrive before December 25, 2009, please be sure to place your order by December 11, 2009 in North America and December 1, 2009 for International order...

7:07 am Santa Ana CA. and I just made the mistake of reading the responses to my last volley (Valley Songs). In future I will leave such obligations until later in the day when my heart is a little less delicate and my skin a lot thicker. First and...

Want the scoop on Great Big Sea's new album? Well, you're going to have to pry Tosh with treats for more info. He does, however, give tale of a recent songwriter retreat the boys had in his latest post....

You may have been worried about my whereabouts of late. Or not.I have been sequestered in an unprecedented songwriting push towards completing GBS X. In the nouveau ghost town known as Humber Valley Resort. The simple plan was to accumulate our favourite...

The timing couldn't be better; wrap one up for your best friend, your husband or wife, or maybe even for yourself this holiday season. But be sure to check them out soon because they are bound to sell out!...

We just traversed the continent in a metal tube. Ten men and a dog sealed off in our own little 65 MPH world. Fighting, writing, reasoning, and wanting. A Microcosm if you will. A living, breathing organism whose life span is exactly how long it takes...

In Alan's latest From The Road, he estimates how many tours the guys have gone on and puts the number at 200! How many have you joined them on?...

I wonder how many tours GBS has done?  By ‘tour’, I mean a block of gigs where we left home and drove from city to city in a car, van, or bus and did a bunch of our own gigs in pubs, clubs, or theatres.   I do not mean weekend...

Bob muses from the road about traveling and a particular incident at Macy's. Remember, don't ask Canadians for their zip code....

I am amazed at the number of people who can go through the world and somehow remain oblivious to their surroundings. I feel sorry for them. This morning, I awoke early, as I almost always do. Being an early riser on a tour bus can be a bit of a trial....

Somebody's been a good dog and updating their blog regularly. But remember, Tosh tells no tails!...

These days a dog really gotta watch what he says. One wrong word can instantly reel an innocent conversation into the realm of the inappropriate and otherwise unsullied reputations right into the dirt. Our tender egos, it seems, have gone to eggshells;...

A note from Alan as the bus rolls into Milwaukee for tonight's show. Did he mention demos?! Click the image in the post for an audio/visual treat!...

Just passed the skyline of Chicago en route to Milwaukee.  A longer stint than usual at the US Border has turned long drive into a marathon.  Days like these, I kneel and give praise to whatever God provided us with the good fortune to advance...

It was the smell that hit me first. An irresistable mixture of of brisket and mustard and black pepper smothered in swiss cheese laid on a loaf of rye. I would have wet myself if I could. Had I tear ducts, I'd have wept. Young troubador Jeremy Fisher...

Bob's been busy! The current issue of the Newfoundland Quarterly contains a Bob-penned piece on how the Barra MacNeils changed his life. Fans of Bob's Soundtrack will remember this once appeared in skeletal form on his blog. And, in a rare solo outing,...

The first day of any gbs tour is always met with a very early and annoying flight usually to Pierson (how can I not help you today) International to meet the bus. Aside from the occasional whining bitch, I have yet to see anything quite so pathetic as...

Alan details the last shows of the summer of 2009 in the latest From the Road. And he was just getting started.......

What a grand weekend.  Played Clayton NY, on Friday night in a small and dandy room pack with 500 hundred folks eager to kick off the last weekend of Summer 2009.  Funny to type a sentence that indicates that the summer is over as for me it...

GBS is heading west for shows in California, Washington state, beautiful British Columbia and The Stampede City in November and we've got best seats presale tickets going on sale for all performances starting today, Wednesday, September 9!...

We've got some new "old" merch for sale in the GreatBigSea.com Store! Come check out this great collection of vintage shirts, sweaters and more. We have limited quantities of each item and once something's gone, it's gone, so don't delay in ordering your...

"Sometimes things go wrong. Things went drastically wrong. But at least there was a tour for it to go wrong on..."                                     ...

Public sale tickets for Great Big Sea's show at the Lower Deck in Halifax, NS, on September 20 go on sale tomorrow, September 2, at 9am local time. Tickets can be purchases in person at the Lower Deck, by phone through 902-425-1501 or online at www.LowerDeck.c...

Bob muses on collecting music digitally and highlights a few tracks off his iPod. Read more in his latest Soundtrack....

For whatever reason, I am finding it harder and harder to write something for this blog.Maybe it’s the summer. I have been traveling again - Europe, various parts of America, and unusually for me, Newfoundland. That always gets me thinking. I have...

I guess some form of accounting is in order. A dog can't just fall off the face of the planet for 6 months and expect the search party to be still out there looking for his remains. You may be wondering what fate has befallen your bonged-out beagle...

It's a mix of emotions for Alan on his last day on set. How do you guys feel about it? Tell us in the comments of Alan's latest FTR!...

This is Friday, August 7th.  A day that I’ve had highlighted on the calendar for many weeks.  After a month of training and around twenty weeks of filming, it has come to this, my last day. I’m awash with varied feelings and emotions...

In his latest FTR, Alan reflects on approaching the final week-and-a-bit of filming and a very special prize waiting for him at the end of his long journey of shooting....

It’s a sunny Happy Hour here in London. Friday faces everywhere.   The streets are packed with thirsty looking folks with wearing their best work/out clothes.  You know, the outfit the ladies save for Friday at work in case they go...

Alan had a couple special visitors drop by the set recently. Read his new FTR to find out who!...

Three weeks to go.  I have recently learned that principal photography will wrap on Friday, August 7th.  All things being well, I’ll be home by Sunday the 9th.Since my last post the entire production shifted to Wales and we had a blast...

During the present hiatus, Sean and Bob have been searching for inspiration on the heights of St. John's. Perhaps they should also be taking some photography lessons. Check out their handy work....

During the current GBS hiatus I have spent a lot of time in the GB studio and elsewhere, recording music, but also thinking about it a lot.I recently heard a radio documentary, (or acoustic film as he would have it), by St. Johnsman and producer Chris...

"An American monkey, after getting drunk on brandy, would never touch it again, and thus is much wiser than most men." Charles Darwin"Daddy, why is the water so brown?" were the last words Thing One said before he was unceremoniously...

Alan's halfway through his "grand adventure" on the set of the movie he's been filming and writes to you with observations of his time spent across the pond. Cheers!...

Today marks the beginning of the second half of this grand adventure.  I believe this is day one of Week 11 of what is officially a 20 Week commitment.  So, there it was, quick as that, more than half done.  Funny what routine teaches us...

Alan writes from the set to announce big news from Daffodil Place! Since its launch in May 2007, they've raised $7 million and are set to open their doors in two weeks! Read more in Alan's FTR....

The boys will be in Harrisburg, PA, on October 8, and starting tomorrow, May 28, at 10am EDT, we'll be doing a best seats presale in the Store! Don't miss out on your chance to get the best seats in the house! ...

Currently listening to English rain dance on the metal roof of my trailer.  I am waiting for the weather to clear so we can get on with our planned scenes for the day all of which are outside.   As a Newfoundlander, I am genetically programmed...

Always a favourite for fans and the band alike, Great Big Sea returns to Malkin Bowl in Vancouver, BC, for two back-to-back shows on September 11 and 12! Starting Tuesday, May 19 at 10am PDT, the Store will be doing a presale for tickets to both dates....

This Labour Day weekend, Great Big Sea, along with special guests, Kathleen Edwards and Jeremy Fisher, will perform in Buffalo, NY, as part of Buffalo Place Rocks the Harbor. Presale tickets are on sale in the GreatBigSea.com Store right now for the September...

Take French lessons with Bob in his latest soundtrack - French music lessons, that is!...

North America doesn’t produce a lot of ‘regional’ success stories anymore, as least as far as the music business is concerned. Most places on the continent are pretty homogenous these days, at least culturally. The fact that just a handful...

Alan checks in from atop his trusty steed, Arthur, with a great tale from the set of the new Robin Hood picture he's currently shooting in London, starring Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett and directed by Ridley Scott!...

My horse’s name is Arthur.  Unlike myself, Arthur is a veteran of many films.  For fear of breaking some protocol, I won’t list Arthur’s credits but trust me; this dude has been on screen more times than anyone else in this...

Tune into Ugly Betty Thursday night and listen out for the guys. A song of Great Big Sea's will be featured in the episode. Check your local listings for showtimes....

Up and Play were released in the US this week at your local retail and favourite online stores. Now, we know they're not new to you, but they will be to someone! Spread the word!...

In case you missed it, or in case you want to hear it again, Great Big Sea's show from Mile One Centre in St. John's has been archived on CBC.ca as a Concert on Demand for you to enjoy whenever you like!...

It's that time of year again! Login to www.officepools.com and track the GBS playoff pool! The ID is "gbs09" and the password is "malkin". Who are *you* betting on?...

The guys certainly have their sights set on Hollywood this year - The Night Pat Murphy Died is being used in State of Play, which is currently in theatres in most markets. Be sure to listen out for it!...

Great Big Sea's show-stopping performance of "Gallow's Pole" from the 2009 Juno Awards is now available for download from the US iTunes Store, too! The guys were joined by Hawksley Workman and Eccodek to close out the show. Great Big Sea will donate their...

Starting this Monday, April 20, at 10am CDT, the GreatBigSea.com will be holding a best seats presale for Great Big Sea's October 2 show in Bloomington, IL. Log on before 10am to ensure the best seats possible - the earlier you buy, the better your seats...

Forget the gossip blogs, you can find out what happens on the set of a big, fancy movie by reading Alan's latest FTR!...

Hey All.  Apologies for the tardiness of this, the first, FTR from movie land.  I’ve been eager to get this rolling since arriving on set on day one, but the truth is, I’ve struggled with what to write.  You see, I should not...

Great Big Sea graced the stage AND closed the show at the 2009 Juno Awards in Vancouver on Sunday. With the talented help of Hawksley Workman and Eccodek, the boys did a rocking rendition of "Gallow's Pole". Click 'Read More' to get links to the video...

Alan says "see ya later" to the GBS crew in his latest FTR. He's off to London to become a big movie star!...

0-10 at the Junos.  Oh well, could be worse I suppose.  Could be 0-11. Or worse again, 0-0.Truth be told, I heard a while back that the Group of the Year Award was based on CD sales, but I could not get anyone to confirm that this was the case. ...

Sometimes we get tired just reading Alan's FTRs and his latest is no exception. From the flights to the film set to the flights to the Junos - phew! How does he do it?...

I may be flying too much.  I have read the Enroute magazine cover to cover twice, and could tell you now, without checking, the list of Movies and short Comedies available on the Air Canada in flight Entertainment system.  I can tell you that...

From musician to actor to jet-setter, Alan is certainly racking up the frequent flyer miles these days. He fills you in in his latest FTR....

What an exceptional week of Rink Rock.  This must be how Trooper’s career was in 1988.  Hockey Rink after Hockey Rink stuffed with partiers ready to go long before the first chord is struck.  Sitting backstage in Windsor, hearing...

You love reading, watching and listening to GBS in the media, but how do the guys feel about it? Bob tackles Media Relations in his latest soundtrack....

A series of interviews last week got me thinking about a few of the ancillary aspects of this job.Doing interviews is one of the weird sidelines being a touring musician requires. There is no choice, really. Any band needs every ounce of publicity it...

Alan lets you know what he's been up to and what he's been listening to in his latest FTR....

Happy Paddy’s DayThe Fleet Foxes are carrying me West from Pearson Airport to Windsor for the first of five gigs on the extended Paddy’s week run with GBS and Spirit of the West.   Holy frig these dudes can sing.  I bought the...

Alan plays catch up with you on his last few weeks on the road and touches upon the recent tragedy in Newfoundland in his latest FTR. All of our thoughts are with the families at this time....

Finally homeward bound after more than three weeks on the move.  I think this is the longest stint away from H since he was born.  Hard on the head.  Skype helps, but it is no replacement for the real deal.  Almost there.Sad news from...

Always here to help you get over the hump, we have new posts from Alan AND Tosh to help you get to the end of the week. Enjoy!...

I’m pretty sure today is Tuesday.  It is 4:45 am and I have been wide-awake for almost two hours.  I have finished reading the only novel I have with me and have seen the BBC news run through its 20 minute news reel at least three times. ...

So I'm sitting on the couch licking my balls when all of a sudden I lose my balance and roll off the cushion and onto the sleeping cat who immediately let's fly with fangs and claws and all things feline. When the fur finally settles I start checking...

It's official. St. John's worst kept secret  is out. Alan Doyle's long flirtation with hollywood has finally born fruit and he will be starring in a remake of Robin Hood. The next time many of you might see him will be prancing around...

A man of many trades, that Alan, and he drops some huge news in his new FTR. You've seen him on stage and on your TV, but now you can see him on the big screen! Alan has joined the cast of the new Ridley Scott-directed Robin Hood movie starring Russel...

Back on the bus following an interesting few weeks around the BNL Cruise.First of all let me say that I’m sad to hear Steve Page is leaving the Ladies, but wish him and the remaining lads well in their endeavors.  With their talents and energy,...

Mark your calendars, set your dials - Great Big Sea are set to perform at the 2009 Juno Awards on March 29! The guys are also up for Group of the Year - so hopefully they'll get to grace the Junos stage more than once!...

In case you missed Bob last time he was on CBC Radio 2, or you just want to hear him again, the episode he recorded, "Weird In Newfoundland" will be rebroadcasted this weekend. The show features Bob talking about the "weird and wonderful world of Newfoundland...

Thanks to a question from an aspiring folkie, Bob discusses the fiddle vs the accordion in his latest Soundtrack. Interesting read!...

 During the cruise just past I was waiting with a crowd of other losers, er, tourists, at the Hemmingway House in Key West, (and to quote Sean Cullen, ‘what a fucking rip-off’), when one of the passengers buttonholed me on the street...

Alan wrote an FTR from Fort Lauterdale airport over the weekend. He talks about Ships & Dip V and gives you a glimpse of Sean's new hairdo. What do you think?...

Happy New Year.Just sitting near Gate F6 in the airport awaiting flights to Toronto and St. John’s.   Grand fun on the Ships and Dips V.  Really enjoyed Butterfly Boucher.  She reminds me of early Billy Bragg and Elvis Costello,...

I managed to skate thru christmas drinking nothing but turkey gravy and eggnog. No amount of temptation could coax me into the darkness. Not even the Universal Theory of Inlaw Avoidance*. I was fine. Until I pulled my big hairy ass onto that freaking...

Great Big Sea has received a 2009 JUNO nomination for Group of the Year on the strength of their latest release, Fortune's Favour!...

Thanks to all of your votes, Great Big Sea's "Ordinary Day" made CBC Radio 2's Top 49 songs to send to Obama!...

Thanks to your nominations, GBS are on CBC Radio 2's shortlist for 49 Songs from North of the 49th Parallel - AKA Obama's playlist. The guys STILL need your votes to make the top 49!...

Bob welcomes in the new year by wondering which direction he should take his Soundtracks. As previously proven, Bob reads his comments, so go leave him some suggestions why dontcha?...

And thus ends another year, slowly and quietly, and here in Newfoundland, a bit on the chilly side. No one is in much of a hurry around here in the post Christmas hangover, - January is a slow month in St. John’s. And thus my attempts to update...

Alan has one last FTR before the holidays and it's a great one. Find out about their time at the Gathering Place in St. John's, NL. CBC was there and shot some video, which is included in the FTR, too!...

HeyGBS had a grand gig at drop-in center known as the Gathering Place here in St. John’s.  This facility provides support, recreation, and meals to folks in need.  A couple of days back, they were having their Christmas Party and they...

After a whirlwind year of touring and promoting Fortune's Favour, Alan heads home for a break before the guys are at it again next year. A look at a busy 2008 in Alan's latest FTR. ...

Another tour bites the dust.  I’ve been sitting here for an hour or so, trying to estimate how many shows we’ve done since the launch of the Fortune’s Favour CD back in June.  I recall setting out on the promo run and playing...

"And now the end is nearAnd so I face the final curtain"                                                    ...

We've just added more inventory to the Montreal presale that sold out last week. Act quickly before it sells out on you again! ...

Alan makes a new, furry friend while jogging From the Road. ...

Rode overnight from Edmonton to Calgary on the bus last night, which should wind up my moving sleeps for this tour, and for the foreseeable future.  Bit of a bittersweet departure, actually, as I love the convenience of the bus and having your stuff...

Are you going to see the boys in the 'Peg tonight? Or were you the one on display in Thunder Bay last night? Find out more in another new FTR! ...

Please tell me someone got video or pics of the Streaker last night.  Yes, I’m serious, full frontal classic streaking.  For those of you who were not at the gig in Thunder Bay last night, I am referring to the dude who, during the last...

Alan endorses WestJet and recaps yet another busy week for the guys in his latest From the Road. ...

Don’t often fly WestJet, as they still don’t have as many flights as their competitors in and out of Newfoundland.  Somehow, Westjet has done the seemingly impossible.  They have made Airplane travel simple.  You show up, you...

"Blow it up"    (johnny rotten)For better or worse, I spent the greater half of the grueling last leg revisiting the music of my adolescent musical heros the Sex Pistols. Ever confrontational, always controversial, the Pistols were...