by 2002's album, "hideous sea creatures", they were a six-piece and self-described as a "pirate orchestra who blend ferocious punk, western european folk melodies and classic sea shanties to create a soundscape for the ocean." sylvia gauci of "vibewire" caught their gig in august 2002 at the tote in collingwood; she felt they "played a wide selection of both more traditional, folk-inspired tunes along with the fast punk and vivacious violin playing. but on top of the musical fun, lead singer quincy used some time to voice his opinion on the highly questionable state of our government and foreign affairs – a very commendable use of time talking to the audience."