Penny Blacks

Penny Blacks

Penny Blacks is a group from Saint John active from 2007 to the present. It is centred on Jason Ogden and has a changing lineup that sometimes includes Dan Chamberlain, Erin Sharpe, Chuck Teed, Chris Braydon, Ali Leonard and Clinton Charlton.

Overview

The name Penny Blacks is also used by another band from Wigan, England, but the Saint John group is the act identified here. Their music is described as sitting between indie rock acts such as The Dears and The Decemberists, with songs that combine regret, longing and a warm, intimate tone. The group has been associated with web pages on its own site, Myspace and Facebook.

Line-up

Jason Ogden is the constant member named for the project, while the band appears in different combinations with Dan Chamberlain, Erin Sharpe, Chuck Teed, Chris Braydon, Ali Leonard and Clinton Charlton.

Style and reception

The group is described as occupying a broad musical space with a reflective mood, but also with a sense of warmth. Commentary on the live show presents Penny Blacks as a band that inspires strong enthusiasm from audiences and observers.