José James, Vocalist + Lyricist + Songwriter :: 120 Seconds

Critically acclaimed artist, José James shares how taking risks and following his spirit has paved his journey and inspired him to spread love & light through his music.

About Jose:

Since his arrival on the international scene in 2008 vocalist José James has consistently dazzled critics and audiences alike with his deft combination of soul, hip-hop and jazz. Using his musical mentors John Coltrane, Marvin Gaye and Billie Holiday as compasses, he continues to successfully blur the lines between musical genres through his love of connecting to audiences worldwide and in the sheer joy of creation.

Blessed with a warm rich baritone reminiscent of artists of the caliber of Terry Callier, Jon Lucien and Gil-Scott Heron, José has toured internationally at venues such as the North Sea Jazz Festival, the Vitoria Jazz Festival, Billboard Live Tokyo, Centro Cultural Sao Paolo, the Hermitage St. Petersburg, Central Park Summerstage New York and London’s Royal Festival Hall.

Signed to Gilles Peterson’s Brownswood Recordings, his debut album “The Dreamer” was released in 2008 to worldwide acclaim, including 21 of JazzTimes Top 50 Jazz Albums of 2008. As a recording artist and guest vocalist José has worked with Junior Mance, Chico Hamilton, Gilles Peterson, Bassment Jaxx, Nicola Conte, Toshio Matsuura, Elan Mehler, The Heritage Orchestra, SOIL & “PIMP” SESSIONS, Jazzanova, Flying Lotus, Christian McBride, J.A.M., Robert Mitchell, Jazzy Sport and Simbad.

For more info on Jose:
http://www.josejamesmusic.com/

http://www.myspace.com/josejamesquartet

http://friendswelove.com/video/jose-james-code/

http://friendswelove.com/video/jj-fwl-fest-envivo/

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