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Looking for a unique brand of entertainment that will make people get up and clap, shout, dance, and sing with a gusto they’ve forgotten they possess? Then, matey, have we got the show for you… The Bilge Pumps!

The Bilge Pumps are a pirate music group based in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area who specialize in performances that combine nautical songs, sea shanties, and Celtic music with a huge (and we mean huge!) dose of silly comedy. The group performs larger than life in their authentic-feeling pirate-themed costumes and their variety of instruments backing up their bellowing voices.

These pirates have been in demand all over the country for their entertainingly goofy stage antics, their well blended voices, and their musical skill as they take everyone’s favorite nautical and Celtic music and put their own particular spin on each one. Their show is crafted to pull each audience member in, encourage them to play along with their high-energy shenanigans, and have them leave with a smile on their face and a story to tell their friends.

To have a full promotional/press kit sent to you, contact:

      Craig Lutke
      Ibidis Mortem Productions
      2217 Florida Ct.
      Grand Prairie, TX 75050-1700
      214-415-9563

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Perfoming "Pirating the Seas" at the OU Medieval Fair in 2008 for our DVD. Performing "South Australia" at Mardi Gras Galveston in 2004 on the Budweiser stage. Deck the Halls - the official music video for this pirate Christmas carol.

DMN-012012.pdf
January 27, 2012
The Pirates on the Prairie concert is the Best Bet on the Dallas Morning News' NeighborsGo section.
OKGazette-032410.pdf
March 24, 2010
The Bilge Pumps are mentioned in this article about the Medieval Fair from the OK Gazette.
Chronicle-042009.pdf
April 16, 2009
The Bilge Pumps are mentioned in this article from the Houston Chronicle.
BoatingWorld-082008.pdf
August, 2008
Small article about the Bilge Pumps from Boating World magazine.
Galveston-112006.pdf
November 25, 2007
Article about the band in the Dickens on the Strand edition of the Galveston Daily News.
Observer-092007.pdf
September 17, 2007
Interesting Dallas Observer article about things to see for the weekend.
ElissaLog12-2006.pdf
December, 2006
This edition of the Elissa Log contains a nice article about the Bilge Pumps.
StarTelegram-072006.pdf
July 7, 2006
Small write-up about the Movie Party from the Star-Telegram's Life & Arts section.
Oklahoman-042006.pdf
April 1, 2006
Harvey is featured in this article about the Medieval Fair in the Oklahoman.
MorningNews-052005.pdf
May 6, 2005
Arkansas Morning News article about the Bilge Pumps and the OK Ren Faire.
Oklahoman-042005.pdf
April 2, 2005
An nice article about the Bilge Pumps from the Oklahoman.
DMN-082002.pdf
August, 2002
Dallas Morning News piece about performers and the closing of Hawkwood.
Argyl-092001.pdf
September 21, 2001
The Argyle American had nice things to say about us in this piece about Hawkwood.
PR-PiratesOnThePrairie.pdf
January 12, 2012
Press release for the Pirates on the Prairie Concert.
PR-APiratesChristmasWish.pdf
October 11, 2010
Press release for the "A Pirate's Christmas Wish" CD.
PR-CDReleaseParty.pdf
November 29, 2010
Press release for the CD Release Party.
PR-POTCParty.pdf
May 17, 2007
Press release for the Pirates of the Carribean Movie Watching Parties.
PR-QueenMariah.pdf
August 02, 2002
Press release for the CD recording party at the Queen Mariah.
   

"Not only were their performances spectacularly fun and interactive, their professionalism and friendliness are second to none! I watched these true entertainers perform in a torrential rain storm because they had an audience! Now that is what I call dedication! I couldn’t have been happier in my selection for the headliner of the festival."
- Lori Teach, Entertainment Chair - Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival
"Anyone calling themselves The Bilge Pumps must have a sense of humor, and judging by their "Greatest Hits Vol. VIII", this is a merry six-some of pirates. Popular at festivals as well as on CD, they are loud and rollicking as they bring chanteys to life."
- Chris Caswell, Editor - Sailing Magazine
"These guys really set the Festival's tone! Their energy and undeniable spirit spread throughout the ship. Feedback from the crowds was incredibly positive and consistent all day. Every time they performed, they received not only rapt attention from those on board, but the folks walking the Embarcadero stopped in their tracks!"
- Chuck Bernstein, Entertainment Coordinator - San Diego Sea Chantey Festival
"These guys are lots of fun and real professionals to boot. We had bad weather and some last-minute schedule changes at our festival this year. The Bilge Pumps just wanted to know when and where they were needed and rearranged to suite our needs at the last minute. They had a great time and drew in their audience with their infectious, swashbuckling songs and antics.
- Tina Brady, Music Fest Market Coordinator - The Seabrook Music Festival
"The Bilge Pumps are an outstanding troupe of fantastic entertainers who consistently drew patrons and other performers to their show. They were willing to adapt to the stage and the rainy conditions. These guys are professionals in ability and in attitude."
- David Timmons, Director - King Arthur Faire
"One helluva fun show!"
- James Echols, Founder - UnCommonCon
 
"The Bilge Pumps always give an outstanding performance at Dickens on The Strand. They entertain young and old and in-between. Everyone who sees their show comes away with a big smile. They are one of the favorite acts here and everyone wants to know if they'll be coming back again each year. Even though I am very busy during the weekend, I always stop by and see at least one of their shows and always have a great time watching them perform and interact with the audience."
- Peggy Clark - Event Coordinator - Dickens on The Strand
"We wanted unique entertainment for our dinner cruise in San Diego and that's just what we got. We were 'taken over' by pirates! The Bilge Pumps are a friendly, entertaining group, flexible to work with, and they clearly enjoy what they do. If you are looking for different entertainment for your event, you have found it. Thank you Bilge Pumps!"
- Kerrie Phelan, Sales & Event Planner - Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada
"This high energy group of musicians added a unique dimension to the Medieval Fair. Everyone enjoyed their music and antics. They are fun, professional and talented!"
- Linda Linn, Coordinator, OU Medieval Faire
"Although I may deny this in public: The Bilge Pumps are truly first class, top notch, and captivating entertainment. I have never seen a more flexible dedicated or entertaining musical act. If you're not inspired to clap or sing along with the Bilge Pumps, CHECK YOUR HEARING or YOUR PULSE!
- Alvon Brumfield, Entertainment Director and Producer - Louisiana Renaissance Festival
"These ship rats aren't afraid of a little travel time, heat, or stormy weather. They perform under the best and worst of conditions. They are some of the finest performers ever to pillage a village. The kids are still singing sea ditties six months later."
- Robin Hood, Organizer - Tablerock Fantasy Faire
"The Bilge Pumps are an asset to any stage and any age."
- Karen S. Cunningham, Coordinator - Oklahoma Renaissance Faire

Festivals & Faires Pubs, Parties, & Concerts Corporate Events
Medieval Fair of Norman 2000-2012
Mardi Gras Galveston 2000-2007, 2011-2012
Dickens on the Strand 2000, 2005-2011
The Texas Renaissance Festival 2002, 2006-2009
The Louisiana Renaissance Festival 2000-2011
Scarborough Renaissance Festival 2009, 2011
Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival 2011
Oklahoma Renaissance Faire 2000-2006
Earth Day Dallas 2011-2012
The San Diego Sea Shanty Festival 2002
Blackbeard's Pirate Festival 2002
Pirate Days of Texas 2010-2011
Surfside Beach Pirate Festival 2009
Texas Pirate Festival 2010-2012
Granbury Pirate Invasion 2010
Buccaneer Days 2009
The Seabrook Music Festival 2000-2001
The Hawkwood Medieval Fantasy Faire 2000-2001
The Lawton Renaissance Festival 2006-2008
Scarlet’s Renaissance Festival 2005-2008
Newcastle Shakespeare Festival 2001
The King Arthur Faire 2000
Shakespeare in the Park 2000
The R.E.L.E.A.F. Celtic Festival Benefit 2003
The Tablerock Fantasy Faire 2003-2004
Mardi Gras New Orleans 2005
Uptown Theater (Grand Prairie) 2012
Chandlers Landing Marina (Rockwall) 2005-2011
Bahama Beach Club (Garland) 2010-2011
The Tipperary Inn (Dallas) 2000-2008
The Pig & Whistle Pub (Ft. Worth) 2000-2002
O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub (New Orleans) 2004-2005
Studio Movie Grill (Arlington) 2011
Movie Tavern (Bedford) 2006-2007
Lochrann’s Irish Pub (Frisco) 2008
O'Malleys Pub (Weston, MO) 2006
Griff's Irish Pub (Houston) 2002, 2006
The Black Dog Tavern (Ft. Worth) 2003
First Tee Pub (Houston) 2006
The Celtic Quill (Dallas) 2000
Queen Mariah Riverboat (Lake Worth) 2002
Bennigan's (Dallas) 2001
Groggy Dog Marina Pub (Granbury) 2006
Swashbuckler's Soiree (Galveston) 2011
Harley Davidson Dinner Cruise (San Diego) 2004
SBC Corporate Party (San Francisco) 2004
SBC Corporate Party (Long Beach) 2004
Excel Pirate Party (Dallas) 2002
AT&T Promotional Party (Dallas) 2002
Pirate Days Kick-Off (The Colony) 2007
Store Opening (Gainesville) 2006
Mermaid Party (Arlington) 2006
Mystic Oaks Pirate Party (Los Angeles) 2004
Missouri Southern Alumni Party (Joplin) 2004


For booking information contact Craig Lutke at:
214-415-9563 or by e-mail at



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