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Jeffrey James and Keaton Simons

Presented by 3rd and Lindsley Bar and Grill at 3rd and Lindsley Bar and Grill

September 20, 2011

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Jeffrey James' sophomore EP "Goin' Back Down," is a powerful blend of bluesy, soulful rock that digs into the roots and passion of his artistry and musicianship. "The idea for the new album was to get a grittier, darker sound that represents the music that I love to listen to and play when I'm just hanging with my friends. I wanted to let go of any restraints I had and see what came out," James says. Breaking down these elements of his craft allowed James to emerge with a product full of honesty and maturity that only an artist of his caliber can deliver. He attributes much of this success to his backing band, The Professional Children, including long-time drummer, Brandon Chappell and Justin Halpin, co-writer and guitarist.  He is hopeful to follow the success of this past year's touring, which included playing over 60 shows, opening for Hanson and Rooney and winning Vanderbilt's Rites of Spring band contest to share the stage with Sarah Bareilles, The National and Public Enemy. A strong believer in giving back to those who have helped him along the way, James also frequently returns to his hometown in Brownsburg, Indiana to perform and talk to his junior high and high school music classes about his journey in the music industry. He has even developed an annual songwriting competition with the help of his high school choir director Melissa Stainbrook. Recently asked to join Music City Unsigned, a group of music lovers who support and promote independent artists in Nashville, James has already proven himself to be a treasured asset to their elite family.

"Jeffrey James is making music that honors the past, but sits perfectly in the present. He's got the voice, the groove and was undeniably born to sing," says Music City Unsigned. "Jeffrey's passion and drive will continue to propel his career forward and make people take notice of one of the best emerging voices coming out of Music City today."

 

With a depth and richness similar to some of the best singer/songwriters like John Lennon and Bob Dylan, masterful, fluid and bluesy guitar playing comparable to Jimi Hendrix and early Eric Clapton, and a voice as authentic and soul-bearing in the vein of Ray Charles, Keaton Simons stands as a dynamic musician with a sound all his own. He is currently recording his second full-length with producer Mikal Blue (Colbie Caillat, One Republic), following his 2008 debut with CBS Records “Can You Hear Me,” which had placements on American Dad, NCIS, NCIS: Los Angeles, The Cleaner, and Crash to name a few.