The singer’s voice carries his story of soul, grit, power and triumph.
James Emmanuel’s journey into music began with a gentle nudge from his father, a preacher in Nigeria, who noticed his son could use some grounding amid the challenges of youth. James joined the church gospel choir, where he discovered his love for singing that carries him through difficult times. At 16, after his father’s passing, he took on a new responsibility staying home to support his mother. Later, he set out for the UK on his own, working as a cleaner in a sports bar, where his love for music came alive again. Singing while he worked, he caught attention and soon earned the role of running the bar’s karaoke.
Edinburgh is where he found a true musical home. His warm, soulful performances have become a mainstay at The Jazz Bar, and his gratitude for Edinburgh's embrace shines in his track, “Nothing But Love For This City.” Inspired by the challenges he’s overcome and his sense of peace and belonging, he released “Lonesome Man,” a heartfelt debut that resonated far and wide, reaching U.S. radio waves and a wider audience.
James’ music is rooted in life’s simple truths—family, resilience, and the power of community. Wise beyond his years, he brings authenticity to each performance, filling rooms with a joy and presence that reflect his 10,000 hours of dedication to his craft.
DAVIE
DAVIE has made an indelible mark on the music scene, amassing a remarkable 15.6 million streams of his music. His tracks have graced 521 charts and found a home in 715 playlists, collectively reaching an astounding 11 million listeners.
Driven by lively hand claps, an undeniably catchy bassline, captivating horns, and an exuberant vocal performance, the initial track "Testify" swiftly garnered the attention of renowned Academy Award winner, Matthew McConaughey, alongside DAVIE. Hefeatured the artist and himself in the 2018-2022 Global campaign for Wild Turkey.
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