
The band's fifth studio album, "Sea of Cares" finds Great Big Sea continuing their signature blend of Newfoundland folk and energetic rock, with a particular focus on maritime themes and storytelling.
- The album was recorded at the band's own Great Big Sea Studios in St. John's, Newfoundland, with additional work done at Metalworks Studios in Mississauga, Ontario.
- "Sea of Cares" debuted at number 7 on Canada's Top 100 Albums chart.
- The album features a cover of the traditional folk song "The Old Black Rum", a staple of Great Big Sea's live shows for years.
Great Big Sea is a Canadian folk rock band from Newfoundland, known for their energetic live performances and blend of traditional folk music with rock elements. "Sea of Cares" was released in 2002, marking a period of consistent output and growing popularity for the band following their successful albums of the late 1990s.
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