James Shead Releases New Album, A Light For The Fires, Today

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Gravel-voiced folk rocker James Shead releases his debut album A Light For The Fires today, March 18th. The album follows two iTunes-charting EPs which established him as one of the best new singer-songwriters in the South West. Now, A Light For The Fires will propel him to national recognition.

Although he shares musical DNA with some of the current crop of singer-songwriters, what sets James Shead apart from the crowd is a knack for soaring choruses and a rich, powerful voice that can alternate between a cathartic holler and a soothing whisper. Backed by a talented collective of musicians, the eight tracks on the album display quality musicianship and a craftsman’s ear for melody throughout.

After only two years as a solo artist, Shead has made a name for himself locally and further afield as a compelling live performer and passionate songwriter with repeated radio support from BBC Introducing and a string of sold out shows and festival performances around Cornwall and London. With the release of his debut album, he’s set to gain more media plaudits and new fans as his fiery brand of country-infused folk-pop reaches new ears around the UK and beyond.

The official video for his new single "Own Way Home" is here.
For more information visit his official website.

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