Artist description Colin James is a traveler. As one of Canada's best guitarists, he has sold over one million records worldwide, seen most of the world, won many industry awards and international recognition for his versatility as a guitarist and his unforgettable voice. His diverse catalogue of music includes the blues/rock that got his career going, big band and his first musical love: the blues.

Music Style Blues

Musical Influences Stevie Ray Vaughn, John Lee Hooker, Keith Richards

Similar Artists Stevie Ray Vaughn, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters

Artist History Junos (Canada's Grammys): 1988 Most Promising New Artist 1990 Single of the Year 1990 Male Vocalist of the Year 1995 Male Vocalist of the Year 1997 Best Blues Album "National Steel" 1998 Best Producer "Colin James and the Little Big Band II" Jazz Report Awards 1993 Blues Album of the Year "Colin James and The Little Big Band" 1998 Blues Album of the Year "National Steel" 1998 Blues Musician of the Year

Instruments Guitar, Bass,

Albums 9

Press Reviews Colin James : Traveler (Warner Music) Colin James always has wanted to be perceived as a consummate recording act and this has been problematic. With Traveler, to be released Sept. 9, James at last achieves balance for which he's been striving. The soulfulness of his singing is matched by the warmth of his guitar playing. Amid the startling covers (John Lennon's "I'm Losing You," Nick Drake's "Black Eyed Dog," Jimi Hendrix's breezy "Rainy Day, Dream Away") are some satisfying originals such as "Make A Mistake" or "Sending A Message" in which the blues inform the great pop feel James has achieved. His most fulfilling album. - Tom Harrison - Sept. 2, 2003 (The Province)

Location Vancouver, BC - Canada

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