Behind the Music

Stories behind the songs — from icy voyages to unexpected experiments.

Shackleton Music: The Crush - The Loss of the Endurance

This post delves into the dramatic loss of the Endurance, capturing the terrifying moments when the ship was crushed by ice

Oct 16, 20242 min read

The Shackleton Music Project: Update on track 6 Wintering Over

Aug 22, 20242 min read

Track 5, 'Trapped by the Ice,' captures the gripping moment in January 1915 when Shackleton and his crew are immobilised in the Weddell Sea,

Jul 28, 20241 min read

Shackleton Music: Breaking Through the Ice, captures the excitement and challenges faced by Shackleton and his crew breaking through the ice

Jul 9, 20242 min read

Explore the latest release, "The Weddell Sea," from our Shackleton series musical series

Jun 23, 20242 min read

"The Weddell Sea," the next track in our Shackleton Series, and help us ensure historical accuracy by sharing your insights.

Jun 12, 20242 min read

Embark on a musical voyage inspired by the legendary Shackleton expedition, where history, adventure, and the real voice of Sir Ernest Shack

Jun 7, 20243 min read