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J.A.M.E.S. WATTS

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About Me


Every once and again an artist emerges from a given genre representing something fresh, challenging the idea of what it means to be a musician in his or her field. Individuals such as this are a rarity in a profession where poor imitations of greatness and lackluster artistry are celebrated year after year. In 2005, J.A.M.E.S.Watts was such an artist. Virtually appearing out of nowhere, this upstart MC/Producer from New Jersey placed his talent on the map, once again redefining what it means to be relevant in the saturated market that is contemporary hip-hop.
Writing rhymes since the age of ten, he grew up on the sounds of some of rap music’s most prolific artists; people who aimed to make a definitive statement, whether it violent or political, gangster or revolutionary. Under the influence of his older cousin, a DJ at the time, J.A.M.E.S. began to study albums ranging from Dr. Dre's West Coast opus The Chronic to Nasty Nas' Illmatic. From this, he developed a well rounded idea of what hip hop meant. He began to see it as an art form without restrictions or borders, and used its diverse influences to immerse himself in a plethora of other types of music. Of this time in his life, he states, "I was fortunate to be exposed to all of this great music at an early age," he says. "I started really loving hiphop at a time when it was pure, raw, and honest, before it reached the mainstream and became the dominant youth culture. At the same time, I was able to be there for that transition, and I watched it grow into what it is today; I think it's still beautiful. I'd like to think I'm a product of both worlds."
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NOW AVAILABLE: THE 12 MINUTE MIXTAPE!
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"Dream On" Commercial + Directed By James Watts [2008]
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"Wish You Were Here" + Directed By Rik Cordero [2007]
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"1996" + Directed By Rik Cordero [2006]
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CONNECT WITH J.A.M.E.S:
E-Mail : james [at] thegameneedsjames.com
AOL Instant Messenger Screenname : URAIMNEEDSJAMES
MAIN WEBSITE: thegameneedsjames.com
BLOG: thegameneedsjames.com/blog
YOUTUBE: youtube.com/thegameneedsjames
IMEEM: imeem.com/thegameneedsjames
J.A.M.E.S WATTS REVIEWS & INTERVIEWS:
BALLERSTATUS.COM INTERVIEW
HIPANDPOP.COM FEATURE
HERFECTION.COM INTERVIEW
KICKSCLUSIVE MAGAZINE SHAMELESS PROMOTION REVIEW
MUSIC NOTES MAGAZINE WELCOME HOME REVIEW
NOBODYSMILING.COM INTERVIEW
YORAPS.COM SHAMELESS PROMOTION REVIEW

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Member Since: 7/2/2005
Band Website: thegameneedsjames.com
Band Members:Just
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Man in the
Everyday
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Influences: "Watts looks to breathe fresh air into the polluted state of rap...you can expect to hear more of the man the game needs."
- BALLERSTATUS.COM
"(He’s) in the process of doing something major -- it’s only a matter of time before you’re saying the game needs James."
- HERFECTION.COM
"He’s an example of trueness of self and reality...Watts appears to be a taste of what is missing in the industry."
- HIPANDPOP.COM
"Everyday there is an emcee without credibility or talent who attempts to dictate what hip hop needs -- James Watts is not that MC."
- KICKSCLUSIVE MAGAZINE
"James Watts is one of the most impressive dudes on the circuit right now. Watts is nice on the mic and the board."
- MUSICNOTES MAGAZINE
"Watts’ ability to create tracks with daunting lyricism has helped him to draw distinctions from his counterparts."
- NOBODYSMILING.COM
"(His music) boasts production and lyrical genius, paving the way to a successful career for the Jersey native.."
- YORAPS.COM
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Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

07/07/08 - NEW YOUTUBE INTERVIEW UP!

Also, be sure to check out ParodiesOfMyLife.com.Enjoy! ...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:41:00 PST

07/06/08 - UPCOMING SHOW AT S.O.Bs!

Fresh off of the stage at the Knitting Factory (Shouts to everyone who came through!), urr boi Young Jamison is at it again, this time at S.O.B's. Almost a year since my last engagement there (when I ...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Sun, 06 Jul 2008 06:02:00 PST

06/05/08 - NEW MUSIC: "VOTE OBAMA WAY"

Yep! You already know how I do...Not even on some official release tip, this was just something I wanted to do for me...and, well, for him. *Pause. Nonetheless, I feel really good (*pause again) about...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:49:00 PST

06/02/08 - INTERVIEW ON SUCKER4CLOTHES!

Something different! New interview on music/fashion blog Sucker4Clothes...Check it out!!http://sucker4clothes.wordpress.com/2008/06/01/your-pas sion-for-fashion-v/P.S. - Someone please remind me to tak...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:34:00 PST

05/27/08 - THE 12 MINUTE MIXTAPE.

Download this joint immediately!!!!!!! Click here!!!I would really write more about this tonight...but I'm not going to. I've had enough of this tape for the day...lol...now's your turn to enjoy it! I...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Tue, 27 May 2008 09:58:00 PST

05/21/08 - SHES GOT JIMMY CHOOS!!!

A couple of nights ago, fellow artist and good friend Mickey Factz sent me a text that read "guess who I'm in the studio with?". Now, me being the sarcastic bastard that I am, I replied with the name ...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Thu, 22 May 2008 04:01:00 PST

05/20/08 - THE TWO MINUTE WARMUP SERIES

Good Evening!Chances are, if you're reading this, you've been somewhat (or very heavily) keeping up with the "Two Minute WarmUp" series of tracks that I've been releasing over the past few weeks (if ...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Wed, 21 May 2008 06:38:00 PST

05/19/08 - INTERVIEW AT WEDOITRIGHT.BLOGSPOT.COM!

Apparently Santo Angelo & the good people at WeDoItRight think I'm somewhat of an engaging character, so they elected to interview last week for their blog. For those who don't know, WDIR is a fan...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Tue, 20 May 2008 07:00:00 PST

05/16/08 - HELLO. MY NAME IS J.A.M.E.S.

*Sigh. This was where it all started; here on MySpace. I wrote my very first blog on this very page, and from there it's developed into a serious habit.Memories.But alas, I haven't come here to remini...
Posted by J.A.M.E.S. WATTS on Sat, 17 May 2008 05:45:00 PST