Hey everybody, I'm Nell James, an 18-year-old multi-instrumentalist and composer. I perform vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys and various other instruments. I have released my debut album, "Tempus", in Spring 2006. Stylistically, the songs show some influence from '70s progressive rock heroes Yes, Gentle Giant and Nektar, and a dash of favorite indie rock giants the Flaming Lips. I'm presently working on my next album, which will focus on sparser, guitar-oriented textures. Mp3 demos are available at www.NellJames.com .
Further information and downloads at www.NellJames.com .
What people are saying about "Tempus":
"Rarely do you come across an album that is so brimming with sincerity, so honest, and so heartwarming, as [Nell] has put together here. If you love lush, folky prog rock, with plenty of nods towards the greats of the 70's, and don't mind a little pop thrown in for good measure, this will be a pleasant surprise for many...chock full of gorgeous vocals, sumptuous Mellotron sounds, majestic piano, gymnastic electric guitar, lush acoustic guitar, flutes, synths, and a myriad of drums and percussion."
- Pete Pardo, Sea of Tranquility ( full review here )
"This 17-year-old Long Island guitar gal thrice comes close to climbing the pomp heights of ’70s...rock [with] “Tempus†(Yes-like ornateness), “Hunger to Know†(heavy enough to justify its eight-minute length), and “End of Yesterday†(...placid enough to make Espers jealous.)â€
- Chuck Eddy, Harp Magazine ( full review here )
"An extremely talented young lady spinning some amazing song structures. [Song] 'Hunger To Know'....is simply astounding. Nell is doing what no one of her age and gender has ever tried, and she knocks it out of the park with 'Tempus'."
- Jeff Archer Black, Buzzcat Weekly
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