Artist Information
James puts those core values into his music with a whiskey-smooth voice and a timelessly winning way with a great country song. He sings directly to real people about real things that profoundly affect lives—and from his small-town upbringing to his blue-collar work ethic, he has a deep understanding of what those folks are longing to hear.
James grew up in a tiny a community of about 200 people in Southeastern Kansas. "I'd sit in my bedroom and stare out of the window and dream of being out there, getting to see the world," he remembers. His first move in that direction was to Eureka Springs, Arkansas, where he performed in a nightly music and variety show. There he met his wife, Mindee, with whom he now has two young children—and finally set his sights on Nashville.
Once in Music City, he met hit songwriter Rodney Clawson and producer Dan Frizsell, and the three began recording together. Their work caught the attention of Broken Bow Records, which signed James to a record deal. James' singles include "Didn't I," "Walking Contradiction" and "Thank A Farmer."
