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Pondering Judd
Americana / Rock / Roots Music



Dover, New Hampshire
United States

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   Pondering Judd: General Info
Member Since9/22/2004
Band Websitehttp://www.ponderingjudd.com
Band MembersMark Edgerly-Electric guitar Martin England-Lead Vocals, acoustic guitar Brian Gosselin-Bass Steve Jacquese-Drums Blaise Masse-Harmonica
InfluencesWilco, Steve Earle, Johnny Cash, Beatles, Son Volt, Uncle Tupelo, Whiskeytown, many things roots rock, Americana, Alt Country, or straight-up pop.
Sounds LikeWilco, Steve Earle, Jayhawks, Son Volt
Record LabelLonesome Heart Music
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Pondering Judd
-(`v)- Design your MySpace with MyLook -(`v)- Coalesce (k--’e les’) to grow together, as the halves of a broken bone

Taking risks is essential to art, and life itself. Playing it safe is predictable, mind-numbing and dull. New England’s Pondering Judd have long-pioneered the blurry waters of rock, folk, and Americana since 1993, intermingling all three genres to create a unique blend of music best described as roots rock. Pondering Judd’s latest, Coalesce, is their sixth release in seven years, continuing a prolific run of songwriting dating back to the band’s creation in 1993. Coalesce is laden with visually-poetic lyrics and emotionally-charged melodies which swarm the senses and rouse the imagination. Sequentially, the ten tracks on Coalesce represent a musical arc, the day’s first beams of sunlight eventually giving way to the dark edges of night. It also represents PJudd’s finest work to date, at once documenting and showcasing the band’s collaborative framework.

PJudd’s approach is simple: songs before individual performances; the whole before thyself. With a culture suddenly absent of storytellers, this thought line is often viewed as a death sentence for many bands. For Pondering Judd, who pride themselves as torchbearers for storytelling and melody making, it’s taken as a challenge.

“I believe every song you’ve ever written is already inside you, a sort of median that runs constantly,” Pondering Judd’s singer/songwriter Martin England said during a recent interview. “The trick is being able to hook into that stream at the right moment. Sometimes it wakes you in the night, other times it’ll come on the drive home from work. I think I’ve nearly died writing lyrics on the back of a car registration or oil bill at least thirty times. ”

In spring 2006, Pondering Judd completed its first-ever US Tour with Ireland’s Sawdoctors, including performances in Boston (The Roxy), Chicago (The Vic Theatre), Baltimore (Rams Head Live), New Haven (Toad’s Place), Cleveland (Agora Theatre), and Alexandria, VA (The Birchmere). The tour was secured solely through patience, hard work and perseverance, without the benefit of a major label deal, a true testament to PJudd’s DIY nature.

Pondering Judd is the aforementioned singer/songwriter Martin England, guitarist Mark Edgerly, bassist Brian Gosselin, and drummer Steve Jacques. Collectively, Pondering Judd continue to redraw the lines between rock, folk and Americana. With Coalesce, PJudd kicks the door from its jamb by adding blues to that list, pulling in various elements previously thought of as inaccessible to the band’s core. “Americana has hope in these men, and we have hope that there is still good music such as this out there waiting for our ears.” -Daniel J Lavagna, Northeast In-Tune Magazine

Pondering Judd’s high-energy performances capture the attention of a vast array of generations and music lovers alike. They have shared stages with Guster, Sawdoctors, Entrain, Push Stars, and Dispatch, to name a few. Through the years, PJudd have always considered themselves as a live band, first and foremost. Their diverse musical nature allows them to perform in music halls and living rooms alike. “Pondering Judd put on a blistering set, before I knew what hit me, I was swept onto the dance floor.” -Margaret Logan, Northeast Performer

Pondering Judd has been recognized both locally and regionally for its efforts, winning the 2004, 2005, & 2006 Spotlight Awards for Best Rock Band, the 1999 & 2000 Spotlight on The Arts Award for Best Alternative Band, and in 2000, P-Judd’s release of Curve of Her Soul received top honors as Best CD by an Established Band. The band will be inducted into the Spotlight Hall of Fame in Spring 2008.

For more information on Pondering Judd, please visit PonderingJudd.com. Additional press kits and media can be requested by emailing Martin England: martin@ponderingjudd.com.

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The GREAT One

The GREAT One



Mar 4 2009 8:14 PM

Can't wait!! I'll mark the date. Take care. Peace Out
Rosie
Rosy Nolan

Rosy Nolan



Jan 12 2009 4:57 AM

Pondering Judd, thank you for your friendship. Hey, if you like Lucinda Williams, you're probably going to like Rosy Nolan. Would you please come check me out and leave a comment?
Roy Davis (we are a lightning bolt)

Roy Davis (we are a lightning bolt)



Jan 14 2009 9:22 PM

Hey fellas! We have mutual friends. Molenes? Girls Guns and Glory? Thought I'd tell you guys that we're playing Dover brickhouse friday night. Be sure to introduce yourselves if you stop by! Cheers,

Roy
skeeter hawk records

skeeter hawk records



Jan 28 2009 12:23 AM

thanks for the friendship!
Shanna

SHANNA STRAIT



Jan 29 2009 1:59 PM

Happy Birthday Marty!!!
KJ Ferguson

KJ Ferguson



Feb 5 2009 8:55 PM

I WAS JUST STOPPING BY TO SAY HELLO AND TO SEE HOW YOUR WEEK IS GOING..HAVE A GOOD ONE..KJ
440MUSIC.COM

440MUSIC.COM



Nov 19 2008 1:41 PM

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Registration for the 10-year Anniversary Celebration by independent artists and bands is currently open at 440Music.com. The five official categories include Most Popular Band/Artist, Top Played Song, Most Fans/Friends, Best Song and Best Band/Artist. Judging will be conducted by a panel of music industry professionals and promoters. All entries must be registered by 23:59/11:59pm CST (-6 GMT), 31 January 2009 in order to participate in the competition.
Finalists in each category will be listed at 440Music.com between 23-28 March 2009, with the winners being announced on Sunday, 31 May 2009.
J.T. Gilbert

J.T. Gilbert



Nov 19 2008 2:50 PM

You guys fuckin ROCK!!!!!!!

Thanks for the music!!

Jon
Cal Powers

Cal Powers



Nov 6 2008 4:05 AM

Great songs!!! Always love your voice Mr. Marty
Seacoast Music Alliance

Seacoast Music Alliance



Nov 12 2008 7:53 PM

Hi
glen

glen stadig



Oct 2 2008 11:12 PM

Dude saw the he edge said things went well...That's awesome! good to hear things can be normal sooner for ya. See ya next weekend
Vanessa Kafka

Vanessa Kafka



Oct 3 2008 9:56 PM

Hi P Judd! Thanks for the add! Let us know when you're back out playing and I'll be sure to come along!

Hope you enjoyed my new album. It is available for download FREE this week only at www.vanessakafka.com
Thank you!
KJ Ferguson

KJ Ferguson



Oct 10 2008 7:01 PM

I HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A GREAT DAY! I AM HONORED TO HAVE YOU AS A FREIND HERE ON MYSPACE.. I HOPE YOU ARE ENJOYING THE TUNES.KEEP IN TOUCH MY FREIND. YOUR GOOD TIME BUDDY, KJ
Bob Hausler

Bob Hausler



Oct 12 2008 3:26 PM

Hi Marty,
Just sitting here listening to "October at Our Heels". Great CD. It is always great to re-discover. Take care
Bob H.
KJ Ferguson

KJ Ferguson



Sep 4 2008 11:35 PM

Howdy, i hope you are having a wonderful day. Have a great week and keep in touch.. From Your Good Time Buddy, KJ
King Blossom Guitars

King Blossom Guitars



Sep 5 2008 3:27 AM

Hey Guys!,

Thank you for adding us as friends!

Nice sound!

All the best!,

Jeff & Mike
King Blossom Guitars
Summer’s End Music

Summer’s End Music



Sep 18 2008 4:46 PM

Really Big Show. Hopefully you guys can make it down. Peace.
Tom Savage Trio

Tom Savage Trio



Sep 21 2008 9:13 PM

Thanks for the add! Be sure to check out our Reverb Nation page. We've got some free downloads on there for fans!

Keep Rockin',
Tom Savage

http://www.reverbnation.com/tomsavagetrio
Kate Jayne

Kate Jayne



Sep 23 2008 7:10 AM

Thanks for the add!
arcdrummer

arcdrummer



Aug 15 2008 1:11 AM

Gentlemen, very nice set in SoBo tonight...

The you had all the old people in chairs tapping their feet and all the little kids dancing.

cheers,
arcdrummer
glen

glen stadig



Aug 9 2008 12:37 PM

Martymus...Great Show On The Deck..
Edge's interpretation of hocus-pocus was great...can wait to hear "Angry German Purple Helmet" in it complete state...If it doesn't rain we'll see you next week in S. Berwick. If we don't see ya, good luck with you're situation. Be Well..
IAN

IAN



Aug 6 2008 8:08 PM

hey uncle pyle, thanks for the b-day wish.just sittin hear listen to a lil pjudd tryin to make some luck for the roulette wheel.Rock on bro.rest that arm.Im startin to get this guitar thing down a little bit.get better i need a few lessons. ICE33
KJ Ferguson

KJ Ferguson



Aug 2 2008 9:43 PM

Hope you are doing well.. Have a great week. Your Good Time Buddy, KJ!
The Housewreckers

The Housewreckers



Jul 19 2008 3:20 PM

Thanks for the add!
CT

CT



Jun 20 2008 3:02 PM

MARTY!
I'm back! Living in Haverhill...drop me a line brotha!
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