Dear Prudence are a band driven by honesty and passion, a love of pop hooks with seductively serrated edges, and the steadfast belief that what they do will matter to those exposed to it. Taking the sounds of the eighties new wave, grinding them up and re-imagining them as something fresh and new, the Brighton-based quintet wear their hearts on their sleeves, embracing the compelling contradictions inherent within their songs, and investing themselves completely in every show they play.
Formed in late 2011, the soul of the band originated in the form of acoustic songs written by vocalist Madi Poncia, whose work in previous local bands had left her unfulfilled. “This band is how I always wanted to present my music,” Madi states plainly. “My main inspiration comes from Siouxsie and The Banshees – whose version of The Beatles’ “Dear Prudence” gave the band its name – The Cure, and Depeche Mode, and it’s my way of channeling those influences while using music as a creative outlet that allows me to truly express myself. Ultimately I just want to be able to make music that matters to us as a band, and that people can relate to – and hopefully fall in love with.” Recruiting friend Paul Egan on bass, the rest of the line up was soon fleshed out with guitarist Rick Ahir, keyboardist Andy Highmore, and drummer Alexis Nunez, the five members quickly gelling and forming a unified vision for the band that everyone contributes to.
