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James Byron

About Me

Based in London, and with over 16 years performing and recording experience, James is regularly called upon to provide acoustic, electric and lapsteel guitar, as well as backing and harmony vocals, for a variety of artists.

More recently, James teamed up with Glasgow singer/songwriter Mark McLaughlin, to form the band Jones, developing a strong reputation on the live scene in London, supporting artists like Teddy Thompson, Boo Hewerdine, James Grant, Kelly While, Peter Bruntnell, Michael Weston-King, J.T. Van Zandt, Vince Bell, Amy Rigby and others.

Visit Jones at www.myspace.com/jonesmusicuk.

Jones are currently completing their first album, due for release later this year. You can hear some rough mixes from the upcoming album on this page.

James also regularly performs live as part of Cyrus Gabrysch’s band, and will feature on Cyrus’ forthcoming album.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/16/2007
Influences: Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Tom Waits, Jackson Browne, Daniel Lanois, David Bowie, Blue Nile, Cocteau Twins, Marvin Gaye, Miles Davis, Patty Griffin, Suzanne Vega, Rickie Lee Jones, Prince, James Harrah, Michael Landau, Bill Dillon, Alan Murphy, Bill Frisell, David Lindley.
Type of Label: Indie