Artist description Out of Philly, Baltimore, New York, and the Jersey Shore, the James Pace Band is true guitar driven power rock -- Subtly blues and R&B influenced, but with a sound that's truly unique. For all those appreciating excellent, hard played, well-felt music, the return of true Rock Guitar has arrived! The JPB started by way of a clear understanding that our lives will be dedicated to our music and to the people we touch with our music. Through our independent experiences, each member brings a sound and appeal all their own to the mix. Together, this band combines for a young, funky, raw eclectic blend of eclectic, raw, heartfelt soul music. From day one, this project has been based on being a visceral, entertaining, experience that no one should forget!

Music Style Guitar Rock

Musical Influences Hendrix, Fuel, John Hiatt, Chris Duarte Group, Van Halen, Stevie Ray Vaughn, James Brown, the Meters, Rolling Stones

Similar Artists Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fuel, John Hiatt, Chris Duarte Group

Artist History James Pace & Charles Heusen grew up together in the same small town of Atlantic Highlands, NJ. With Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi residing only five minutes away, the boys always had something to strive for, something tangible to look up to; rock stars in their own backyard. Meeting through a mutual friend, JP plucked Charlie from music class, having pinpointed him as "the prodigy of the group." Sharing a dream, they kicked into gear. The Stone Pony in Asbury Park is where their first impressive gigs were played, and where they quickly became the house band known as "the Real Thing." The boys continued to astound the press and local radio by being the only 17 year olds to be co-headlining the Stone Pony. They also raised eyebrows by opening up for national acts such as Collective Soul, Material Issue, King's X and countless others. Having set the NYC and the Jersey Shore club circuit abuzz, and cementing their names and sound, JP and Chuck packed up to make the move to Philly. There they planned to light a fire under the local scene, making a name for themselves in yet another area, while expanding on their success thus far, and concurrently, attaining their college degrees. JP, Charlie and others began gigging out as the JP3. The idea was to experience the stages of Philadelphia and build an audience. Gigs were spread out through Philly, West Chester, Delaware, New Jersey(shore), NYC and Baltimore. This was a great time for growth as musicians, and performers, as well as making contacts. While still steeped in the Stone Pony ethic, but now also influenced by the Philly club scene, the boys began writing additional tunes that they turned into their highly successful EP, "Kings of Groove." With over 3,400 copies in circulation around the Northeast, this acclaimed debut EP has attracted plenty of media attention, and has caused heads to turn all over the northeast club circuit. Ted Greenburg (G-Love, Hooters fame) co-produced the EP, and Ted also played drums and added his studio partner Jay Davidson (Rolling Stones, Whitney Houston) on Hammond B-3. Deciding to work the circuit together, JP and Charlie added Ted and Jay to the lineup. The four played from the stages of the TLA to the local Grape Street Pub, to an opening slot position for Jeff Healey. Together they garnered quite a bit of attention, but personalities conflicted and the band set out to revamp with a new drummer and organist. This past summer, guitar legend Chris Duarte from Austin, Texas took a liking to James' music and asked him to hop onboard his Northeast tour. Honored, the band played out with Chris, while at the same time adding to their fame with CDNow.com's, "Best of the Best Unsigned Bands" competition. Out of 1200 entries the James Pace Band was chosen in the top 15 (there being no specific ranking order)! The band is primed, poised, practiced, and full of fire. They’re ready to showcase their material to the world, and fully plan on world domination.

Group Members James Pace: Hailing from the NYC and Asbury Park, NJ club circuit, vocalist and guitarist James Pace answers the question, what's the next sound in music? Combining a legendary approach to the guitar and mic, James offers nothing less than 100% soul drenched feel and sound. James' abilities encompass a guitar and vocal style that fuses early rock & roll in a truly unique percussive fashion. It's a style all his own, yet with subtle hints that pay homage to those heroes that paved the way for him... Charles Heuser: Also from the NYC Club Circuit, bassist Charles’ "lay it down" approach has left audience members with jaw-dropping stomach aches with his finger funk bottom end. Charles cut his teeth with countless professionals of all genres, having studied with a wide range of NYC's finest session men. This allows him to bring forth a stunning range of elements and styles when painting his pictures each and every night...Charles will be heard... Jon Golden: Extraordinary drummer and percussionist out of the Philadelphia, PA area, Jon brings to mind the true pioneers in percussion and rhythm. Jon's extensive music based university studies, as well as his touring experience are remarkable. Combining a unique funk feel with a serious jazz backbone. His abilities are limitless, and his contributions range from back-up vocals to playing blindfolded. Along with this, his writing abilities and production contributions are truly second to none...

Instruments guitar, bass, drums, organ, clavinet, drum samples & loops

Albums Kings Of Groove EP

Press Reviews Listen.com :: "...Gritty rock with hints of Funk and lots of bluesy, Hendrix-style guitar. Heavy bass/drum grooves...Paces' forceful fretwork…assert(s) a strong presence..." =|=|=|= Blues Review Magazine ~ Issue No. 57 May 2000 :: "...a rhythm-conscious group with a rock-oriented style, from choppy Chris Duarte grooves to Jimi-via-SRV-inspired, edge-of-feedback lead tunes. Pace even covers the prime Hendrix (and Duarte) vehicle "Drivin' South" very well...Exciting material..." =|=|=|= Philadelphia Weekly ~ CD & Live Review @ "Theatre of the Living Arts" (TLA) ~ September 10th, 1998 ~ by Tom Bilotta (Music Editor) :: "...There are plenty of bar bands out there but few are confident enough to play their own songs. One blues/rock group, the James Pace Band, knows that their groove is good enough not to hide behind covers. J.P. jams a home brew guitar mix of Chuck Berry riffs combined with Dave Navarro stylings from the Chili Peppers days, with some surf guitar tossed in for good measure. Excellent groove blues filled out by Charles' strong walking bass, Greenburg's rhythmic drumming, and a bit of Davidson's organs to fill in with a tad of funk. The total stew is one to hear, yet this is one of those must-see bands, if only to feel the raw energy they project once jamming in their groove..." =|=|=|= The Two River Times ~ Arts & Entertainment ~ Music Scene ~ Night Grooves ~ by "Uncle Mike" ~ Opening Act for "Jeff Healy" ~ June 10th, 1998 :: "...Next up was a stop at The Tradewinds in S.B. (with my buds, the Bundys, as in Al and Peg) to check out the James Pace Band. This Philly based quartet, headed up by James Pace (out of the Atlantic Highlands) was lucky enough to land the opening slot for the Jeff Healy Band. Charles Heuser (bass), Ted Greenberg (drums), Jay Davidson (keys/sax), and James Pace (formerly of local faves, The Real Thing) made a strong showing. Opening up with an improv instrumental jam (cool guitar intro), the JPB easily won the crowd over with impressive renditions of "Big Hearted Woman" (way funky band groove), "People Say" (JP's best vocal/tight Meters cover), "Pourin' Down" (crowd fave), and "Drivin' South" (band took off on this one), before finishing up with Jimi's "Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)" (great closer/entire band rocked). Look. What you have here is a hot lead guitarist, a tight rhythm section featuring a big time drummer and an accomplished keyboard player who doubles on sax. For having been together for just six months, the James Pace Band showed me a lot as an opening act! Oh. Yeah. Al and Peg liked them too!..."

Location Philadelphia, PA - USA

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