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1. James (formed 1981 in Manchester, England) are a popular band that were at the forefront of the indie rock movement, releasing a string of hit singles and maintaining popularity through the ’90s.
The band’s sound is mostly defined by their lead singer Tim Booth’s resonating vocals and emotional lyrics, as well as a spirit of experimentation that they held onto throughout their active career. The band’s most well-known songs include the hits “Sit Down” and “Laid”, the former marking the band’s rise to popularity.
Although James predate the ‘madchester scene’ of the late 1980s and their sound was never “baggy” nevertheless their Mancunian origins and their more commercial releases were appropriated by the scene. For many reasons, including the departure of lead singer Booth, the band’s final album became a struggle to record. This departure occurred in 2001 and the band has been inactive since, though they never officially declared a breakup. In 2007, the band was reactivated when Booth returned to the band.
2. James is the vocalist of popular Bangladeshi band Nagar Baul. He was a member of the band Feelings and later formed the band Nagar Baul. James was raised in Chittagong and later moved to Dhaka for his singing career. Stylishly longhaired James—overwhelmingly known as the Nagar Baul (the City Bard), was the pioneer of psychedelic rock in Bangladesh. Originally a lead singer and guitarist, he has always been respected for his solo projects.
1. James (formed 1981 in Manchester, England) are a popular band that were at the forefront of the indie rock movement, releasing a string of hit singles and maintaining popularity through the ’90s.
The band’s sound is mostly defined by their lead singer Tim Booth’s resonating vocals and emotional lyrics, as well as a spirit of experimentation that they held onto throughout their active career. The band’s most well-known songs include the hits “
Sit Down” and “Laid”, the former marking the band’s rise to popularity.
Although James predate the ‘madchester scene’ of the late 1980s and their sound was never “baggy” nevertheless their Mancunian origins and their more commercial releases were appropriated by the scene. For many reasons, including the departure of lead singer Booth, the band’s final album became a struggle to record. This departure occurred in 2001 and the band has been inactive since, though they never officially declared a breakup. In 2007, the band was reactivated when Booth returned to the band.
2. James is the vocalist of popular Bangladeshi band Nagar Baul. He was a member of the band Feelings and later formed the band Nagar Baul. James was raised in Chittagong and later moved to Dhaka for his singing career. Stylishly longhaired James—overwhelmingly known as the Nagar Baul (the City Bard), was the pioneer of psychedelic rock in Bangladesh. Originally a lead singer and guitarist, he has always been respected for his solo projects.
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defluo wrote:
Great pic: http://www.last.fm/music/James/+images/67109422
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lyle_catcliffe wrote:
I genuninely believe James to be the most underrated band of all time.
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Ohrenweide wrote:
What a great Album
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LiveBootlegs wrote:
James - Live @ Brixton Academy, London, UK, 09-12-1993 http://livebootlegconcert.blogspot.com/
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Belloqs_Ghost wrote:
I forgot how much I used to love James!
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jungsolji wrote:
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happy_Alex_sad wrote:
Incredible! <3
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RafaeloFratelo wrote:
♥ Sit Down Next To Me ♥
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ptinski wrote:
So what's wrong with the States not "getting" Tim Booth and "James", I mean - this band wasn't received well here but very loved in the UK. No wonder, they're excellent and Booth is a genuine original no matter how much one band sounds like another, there's always that flavor of originality. I love this band.
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madcowhunter wrote:
Big influence on Polish band Myslovitz
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Martin_Ostar wrote:
"Not so strong" a new song can be downloaded off their homepage if you subscribe to their newsletter/mailing list. Great song.
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smeaa wrote:
so looking forward to 'american reunion' next year
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praxxsurf wrote:
amazing gig last night in Gateshead. Thank you James, as always you never ever disapoint.
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aktifistanbul wrote:
James - Refresh The Venue. Detaylı Blgi İçin...aktifistanbul.com
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n4ckskott wrote:
♥ Getting Away With It (All Messed Up) ♥ [2]
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deadgrave wrote:
♥ Getting Away With It (All Messed Up) ♥
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PopJubilee wrote:
http://popjubilee.blogspot.com/2011/07/james-stutter-28th-july-1986.html
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yellow_heart wrote:
Brilliant gig at Positivus! Thank you!
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TimL_ wrote:
Hey guys, Just dropping in to let you know we have a sack full of James content for you from Hard Rock Calling from Absolute Radio, we have an Interview with Tim Booth - http://www.absoluteradio.co.uk/player/James/8146/Interview.html he spoke about the parallel world of festivals, touring, playing the hits at festivals and their big plans that went awry for Latitude 2010. And for a limited time you can listen to their live set and their backstage session here - http://www.absoluteradio.co.uk/player/James/8928/Backstage-session.html http://www.absoluteradio.co.uk/player/James/8927/Live-music.html Cheers, Tim from Absolute Radio
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KellyWild wrote:
I Hate it when my favourite song goes mainstream!
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Apr
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Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival 2012
Empire Polo Club, Indio CA, United States
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Apr
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Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival 2012
Empire Polo Club, Indio CA, United States
375 going
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Apr
28
James en Chile
Teatro Caupolicán, Santiago, Chile
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V.I.P. Soundcheck upgrades for December tour
12 Dec 2010 | from blog.myspace.com/jamesisnotaperson
We thought it would be nice to give you a chance to do
something special this Christmastime, so due to popular demand in
response to a similar package introduced for the US tour, the band
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