"We've done our share of work, but a lot of bands that have worked hard, for whatever reason, have collapsed under its own weight for one reason or another. We've been lucky to have fans who have supported us for such a long time."

Fans throughout the United States will be able to see Great Big Sea on its major US tour, which kicks off tonight. For the itinerary, see below.

"It's been steadily growing for a decade or so that we've been playing there," Doyle said about US audiences. "Everywhere we've played, it's always grown steadily. The momentum of it has been very rewarding, to be honest. The last tour that we did for the last record was the first time the US passed Canada in ticket sales and stuff so it's very, very thrilling and very exciting."

In concert, Great Big Sea plays a "mixed bag" of hits and deep cuts, changing its set list every night.

"We're not a band that has a pile of choreography or loops," Doyle said. "We have an interactive kind of night. The tradition of music here at Newfoundland where we're from is very inclusive. It's not like a recital where you envy a virtuoso. It's more like the best singer is the guy who gets the most people to sing along. The best accordion player is the guy who fills the dance floor the most often. Music is about a celebration and making it a great night."