1 Bellevue Ave
Newport, RI 02840
USA
James will be playing from 5:30pm-9:30pm starting in June on Top of Newport!!!
Since his humble beginnings at small coffee shops 2003, James has established himself as one of the most reliable and consistent solo artists on the East and West Coasts. In addition to performing, James utilizes his marketing background to book and promote artists from across the US at various venues in Rhode Island, and is passionate about further developing a scene where pure talent can find success.
James is truly a professional when it comes to live performances. He is constantly updating his repertoire of music while maintaining his own sense of originality. His voice has been compared to the likes of Buddy Holly and Chris Isaak and continues to evolve. His arrangements include intricate guitar work and uncanny mash-ups making for a conversation piece at any performance.
His ability to bridge the gaps between generations has been appreciated by diverse crowds all across the world. With an intriguing professional background (including two years performing for Carnival Cruise Lines at sea) James has developed a skillset that incorporates improvisational original songs, exceptional guitar work, and a live production style that displays a pure passion for entertaining. His ability to create a unique and personalized experience for audience members makes for memories that are often discussed across all of his social media platforms.
To top it off, his viral video “Busted! Guy On Plane” made international headlines in 2015, reaching the likes of Fox News, The Daily Mail UK, and Australia’s #1 radio show The Kyle and Jackie O Show, hitting
more than 10 million views worldwide
James prides himself on being labeled as a professional musician and aims to prove to the world that starving musicians are a dying breed while thriving entertainers and artists are here to stay.