May 1, 2006
LIVE ALBUM RECORDING WEDNESDAY MAY 3, 2006 - 9:30PM TO MIDNIGHT MOMO'S (618 W 6TH ST) Austin, TX WARNING: Somewhere in the landscape of the Austin music scene a Band of Heathens is running amok. These men are seeking new recruits for a celebration of musical madness and mayhem at Momo’s on May 3. This isn’t just another of the band’s regular Wednesday night ensemble performances — instead, the festivities will be recorded for a live album to be released by Austin’s own Fat Caddy Records later this year.

The Band of Heathens is a loosely-knit collective of established Austin singer/songwriters, featuring Brian Keane (I Ain’t Even Lonely), Gordy Quist (Songs Play Me), Colin Brooks (Blood and Water), Ed Jurdi (Longshores Drive), and the rhythm section of Seth Whitney and Eldridge Goins. The band began their weekly Momo’s encounters in 2005 under the name Good Times Supper Club. After a misprint in a local newspaper advertisement billed them as “The Heathens”, the characterization stuck.

The show starts at 9:30 p.m.. Momo’s is located at 618 West 6th Street, right above Katz’s Deli.


I want a Girl That Stays on Your Lips For Hours
I want a Girl That Leaves When You Leave Town
I want a Girl With A Mouth Just Like Gasoline
Who Could Burn Your Whole World To The Ground

February 13, 2006
Well we're in the full swing of 2006, years are rolling by like days at this point. I was talking to my good friends Jon and Tim about this a few weeks ago when they were in town. "Do you remember that last year?" "Oh man was that last year already?"

Anyways, I digress.

I have been doing a lot of writing for a new record, I hope to share some of it with you all very soon. There's some rock, there's some pop, some country and a lot of soul. At the end of the day, it's gotta have soul no matter what it is.

I'll keep mining the gold that comes from writing these songs and singing em as long as you all can keep listening.
EJ

It's a quarter for luck
A feather for memories
And a River to wash away tears

November 15, 2005
It's usually November In New England, but this year we've got some Texas style autumn coming down. I must say it's been mighty fine thus far. Not quite the autumnal spectrum of color, but the weather has been just stellar. Since I'm in a rambling mood, I'll jump topics. One and all should check out Jon Nicholson His new album A Lil Sumpin Sumpin is pure music for the soul. Damn I love the first track "Just a Man" and "Seven Days" Is a barn burning soul infused Staples Singers type joint. Dig it!
I hope things are well in your portion of the universe and things are falling down nicely for you. EJ

All the people they just stare
In Disbelief as if I'm not even there
I don't care, I can't see them
They've fallen off like the leaves
In November, In New England
When the snow begins to fall

October 2, 2005
Welcome to Ed Jurdi dot com mach II cruising full speed into autumn with a new batch of tunes and a brand new band. October will see the debut of the band at Momo's in Austin. We'll be playing the 12:30am slot, sharing the stage with the lovely and talented Brian Keane
Brian will be moonlighting on keyboards during my set and will be joined by Bobby Perkins providing the bottom end and Eldridge Goins presiding high above the festivities on his drum throne. Visit My Space I'll be posting some new sound clips and doing some different stuff over there, so drop by and say hello. As always, thanks for supporting Cosmic American Soul Music. See You Soon - EJ

July 13, 2005
Thanks for stopping by to visit. I've been doing a lot of writing in the past few months and hope to have some new demos for you to listen to. SOme of the tentative titles of the songs are: CrimsonRed, Blue and Gray, RoadDustWheels, Lucky and In Dreams. The first Ed Jurdi Album is currently out of print, but you can still get it online at ITunes

See You Soon - EJ

June 7, 2005
Howdy Cowgirls and Cowboys. Hope things are going well in the world for you. I've started working some shows around Austin town and will be doing more as the months roll on, so stay tuned to the site for new dates and all of the other goodies. I'm working on some new songs as well, so I'm excited to get them online for you to listen to as they are finished. ej

News - May 12, 2005
Welcome to the new site, I hope you enjoy it. We will be updating the entire site often, giving you as much new music and information as possible. Thanks to Megan, my web designer extraordinaire, for her subtle touches and artistic flair. Down here in Austin, the temperatures are starting to rise and the music is hot hot hot! Check the dates page for a Northeast Mini-Tour that starts next week. As always, thanks for supporting Cosmic American Soul Music. ej

News - October 5, 2004
Thanks to everybody that has been coming out to support the music, it has been great. There are lots of shows going on this month, so make sure you come on out and say hello. Also, be on the lookout for new material that will be popping up in the coming weeks. I've been writing a bunch of music and I'm excited to get it to your ears, so let me know what you think. As always, thanks for your support, I couldn't do this without all of you. EJ

News - July 1, 2004
Thanks to everybody that has been coming out to support the music, it has been great. Summer is here and there are lots of great shows to check out. Solo Shows, Duo Shows, Band Shows; Shows, Shows, Shows!!! Don't forget to pick up a copy of Longshores Drive at your local supermarket, or at Red Fez Records or Cd Baby Take a look at Perfect Pitch Online which named Longshores as a top 10 Album of 2003. Also, be on the lookout for new material that will be popping up in the coming weeks. I've been writing a bunch of music and I'm excited to get it to your ears, so let me know what you think. As always, thanks for your support, I couldn't do this without all of you. EJ

May 6th, 2004 - Lyons, Colorado
Three full weeks on the road now, and we've made quite a mark performing around the country... From New York City to Boise, Idaho and points in between the Rolling Thunder Revue continues... We have another week of shows, bringing the final tally to 24 in 28 days and then I'll be back for some shows in the New England area... Mixing and mastering for LongShores Drive will be wrapped up by the end of May, and we hope to have it out on the streets by early June. Stay tuned for all of the details, there are lots of exciting things going on right now... Thanks as always for supporting Cosmic American Soul Music... ej

March 28, 2003
Happy spring to everyone... I am happy to announce that the final mixes have begun for the Album that is LongShores Drive, 11 tracks in all. There are some wonderful guest spots by a number of amazing musicians including John Platania, Mark Erelli and Stephanie Corby. The album will be released in the next couple of months and I'm really excited to present this new offering of music to everyone. A national tour will kick off the Album Festivities, with dates in the west... Thanks again for your support and for helping to spread Cosmic American Soul ej

May 6, 2002
Ed Recently Recorded an Interview With NHPR's The Front Porch. The conversation which aired on New Hampshire Public Radio covers everything from Ed's influences and songwriting secrets, to his fascination with live performance. Read moreor listen to the broadcast: Real Audio | Windows Media

February 6, 2002
"Love Me Till The Sunshines" To Be Featured On Radio Free Virgin! The Just Plain Folks Channel on Radio Free Virgin will put Love Me Till The Sunshines into rotation. This is an internet music site designed by Virgin ( member of the big bad label network). Have no fear though, support this channel of independent music, which features Award winning material from some of the nation's finest.

USVI Tour Gearing Up
25 Dates are already confirmed for a US Virgin Islands Tour. The Tour will Commence March 11 In St. Thomas and Conclude April 8 in St. Croix. During our stay we will also perform on St. John and Tortolla.

New CD In The Works
Ed has begun work on a new CD of Cosmic American Soul Music. The album is a kaleidoscope of musical sounds: Blues, Country, R&B, Rock, and huge amounts of Soul. Tentatively titled Long Shores Drive, the CD should hit shelves by late spring/early summer and features guest spots by some other fabulous musicians. Stay Tuned!!!

Help Support Cosmic American Soul On the Airwaves
Don't forget to Request Ed Jurdi Music on the Radio. 93.5 FM WMWV in Mt. Washington Valley has just added Ed Jurdi's CD to their archive. Email them mark@wmwv.com or call them (603) 447-5166 during the Midday (10am-4pm) and request your favorite song.

December 8, 2001
Well, It's the holiday season again, so first off I'd just like to wish you all the best for your holidays and beyond. It's been quite a tumultuous year, but there is still a great deal to be thankful for. I would like to thank all of the supporters of Cosmic American Soul for allowing me to perform many successful shows, and take my music to newer and higher places. The coming year promises many exciting new chapters including a winter Caribbean tour and a CD or new original material to follow in spring. In the meantime, cruise over to the cargo section, and pick up a holiday gift for a friend or a loved one. Music is a healer and a communicator, with powers known and unknown. In the times we've been through and the times that lay ahead, I'll continue to bring my music as passionate and soulful to as many of you as possible. I hope you'll jump in the car with me and come along for the ride, it should be a blast. Peace and blessings to all of you for great days ahead. Ed

November 13, 2001
From Indianapolis, IN - Ed Jurdi has received a nomination for song of the year in the Singer Songwriter category for "Love Me Till The Sunshines." The winners will be announced later this month in Los Angeles at a major industry convention.

"It's always an honor when your work is recognized by others. Just Plain Folks is a great resource for independent musicians, and to have my work nominated for an award by them is just tremendous," said Ed Jurdi.

Just Plain Folks is a community of over 12,000 Songwriters, Recording Artists, Music Publishers, Record Labels, Performing Arts Societies, Educational Institutions, Recording Studios and Engineers, Producers, Legal Professionals, Publicists and Journalists, Publications, Music Manufacturers and Retailers and about every other type of member of the Music Industry.

Just Plain Folks received 35,000 song and 2,400 album submissions in consideration for this year's awards. For a complete list of the nominees and for more information about the Just Plain Folks organization, please visit www.jpfolks.com.

"Times Like This" was recently selected as a finalist in the Windrift Songwriting Contest. Over 1500 songs were submitted, and Ed was one of 15 finalists. A compilation of will be released in the upcoming months.