Sean Panting


Sean Panting is a songwriter, musician and actor based in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

Career

Sean Panting is a founding member of iconic Newfoundland bands Drive and Kelly Russell & The Planks. Between 2000 and 2020, he has released six albums of original songs, the most recent, The Simple Machines, was released on February 22nd, 2020. Panting's writing often draws comparisons with Elvis Costello, The Who's Pete Townsend, and former Husker Du and Sugar front man Bob Mould, among others.
As an actor, he is best known for his portrayal of morally bankrupt barrister Walter McLean on CBC Television's Republic of Doyle.

Discography


Films/Television