The Dead Maggies

The Dead Maggies

The Dead Maggies are a Tasmanian folk band from Hobart. Their music combines folk punk and cow-punk with shanty singing and fast, upbeat, danceable arrangements. Their songs draw on tragic tales from Van Diemen’s Land, using material from local folklore and history.

Instrumentation and style

The group normally includes banjo, double bass, guitar, fiddle, clarinet, drums, keys and voices. Their sound is described as rustic and noisy, with a strong emphasis on rhythm and crowd participation.

Activity and releases

The Dead Maggies form in April 2013 and release their debut album, Sing about dead people, in November 2013. The album is followed by a Tasmanian tour and receives airplay recognition through ABC Local radio in Tasmania, Edge Radio in Hobart, and Triple J.

Performances and associations

The band plays with a number of acts including The Real McKenzies, Paddy McHugh and the Goldminers, The Go Set, The Barons of Tang, The Crooked Fiddle Band and Lime & Steel.