| The Judes | |
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Genres | Indie rock Pop Rock |
| Years active | 2007 - present |
| Labels | Blue Pie Productions |
| Website | www.thejudesmusic.net |
| Members | |
| Jim Anderson Michael Dickson Cory Pritchard |
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| Past members | |
| Romi Topper | |
The Judes are an Indie rock band formed in 2007 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The band was formed by Cory Pritchard (bass guitar, vocals) Jim Anderson (guitars, vocals) and Romi Topper (drums, vocals). Currently the lineup consists of Cory Pritchard (bass guitar, vocals), Jim Anderson (guitars, vocals) and Michael Dickson (drums, vocals).
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After their musical project In Reverse ended, Pritchard and Anderson decided that a new band and a new approach was needed.[1] Taking their love for 50's and 60's music, they formed a band that not only covered the likes of Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley, but also recorded original material.[2] The band recruited multi-instrumentalist and long time friend of Anderson, Romi Topper as a member. The band collaborated their skills and using basement recordings and rough demos went into Winnipeg's Unison Studios to begin recording in the summer of 2007. A few of these tracks would be used for their 2008 ‘Sunflower’ EP.
In early 2008, the band came to the attention of American producer David Grahame. Grahame produced three songs with the band; 'Someone Like You', 'Bide Your Time' and 'Beautiful And True'. The band credits him with being instrumental in helping them define their sound.[3]
Myspace has played a large role in the success of The Judes. Using the social networking site, the band posted demos they recorded in their basement rehearsal space. These demos garnered major support in Australia and eventually connected the group with their Australian manager, Sara Smithson. Working with Smithson, The Judes were able to establish a loyal fan base overseas, and subsequently plan and complete a tour in mid-2008.[4]
In July 2008 the band released a 6 track EP titled Sunflower. On the strength of the David Grahame produced track 'Someone Like You', the band embarked on their first overseas tour.[2]
In the summer of 2008, it was announced that due to prior commitments, Romi Topper would had to leave the band to focus on school and family. He was replaced in August 2008 by Michael Dickson, two weeks before the band's debut Australian Tour.
From September 4 to September 16 The Judes completed a tour around the South-East coast of Australia.[5][6] They played 15 shows in two weeks, through rain and shine, before completing the tour in Canada.
Also featured on the tour was a show played at Warner Bay School, the winners of the 'Revolution on Film' competition, where students created videos to songs on the 'Sunflower' EP.[7][8]
Following the Sunflower Tour the band signed a deal with Australian label Blue Pie Productions.[9]
