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Early James

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Release Date: Friday 10th January, 2025

Early James - Medium Raw - Lp

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Artist

Early James

Title

Medium Raw

Format

LP

Label

Country

Europe

Year

2025

Genre

Grade

NEW

Catalogue Number

7263814

Comments

Black Vinyl PRE ORDER EXPECTED 10/01/25

Product Information

Artist

Early James

Title

Medium Raw

Format

LP

Label

Easy Eye Sound

Country

Europe

Year

Epic

Genre

Blues Rock and Americana

Grade

NEW

Catalogue Number

7263814

Comments

Black Vinyl PRE ORDER EXPECTED 10/01/25
SKU: VT1726746213856
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  • Description

    Early James’ new album, Medium Raw, produced by Dan Auerbach and recorded at Buddy Jackson’s Honky Château, stands as his most compelling work to date. The collaboration with Auerbach infuses the album with a gritty authenticity, capturing Early James’ soulful storytelling and powerful vocal delivery. The production incorporates a field recording approach, giving the album an organic, lived-in feel that enhances its emotional depth. Medium Raw delves deep into the heart of Americana, blending blues, rock, and folk influences with an unfiltered edge. 

    A gifted lyricist in the Southern Gothic tradition, Early James weaves dark narratives that resonate with raw emotion, while blending the whimsical with the profound. His signature, sly storytelling is evident across the album’s twelve tracks, each a testament to his unyielding passion with a musical landscape that pushes boundaries. 

    Tracks like “Steely Knives” feature haunting lines such as, “Can’t you see them eyes like steely knives / It cuts me to the bone,” showcasing Early’s ability to craft poignant, vivid imagery. In “Nothing Surprises Me Anymore,” he muses, “They say truth is stranger than fiction / Now that’s a fact,” and “I guess God’s a twisted skywriter / Chemtrails in Comic Sans,” blending wry humor with his sardonic wit. Songs such as “Tin Foil Hat” and “Go Down Swinging” echo the expressive style of Tom Waits and Marc Ribot. 

    In addition to Early James’ musical prowess on guitar, the impressive lineup of musicians, including Jeffrey Clemens on drums, Sam Bacco on percussion, and longtime collaborator Adrian Marmolejo on bass, brings a dynamic energy to the recording, complementing his distinct voice and evocative lyrics. This album is a must-listen for fans of authentic, heart-wrenching Americana, promising a visceral listening experience that is both gripping and unforgettable. 

    Early James has toured with notable artists such as The Black Keys, Shovels & Rope, and Marcus King, gaining a reputation for captivating live performances. Upcoming U.S. tour dates with Charley Crockett, The Wallflowers, The Heavy Heavy, and St. Paul and the Broken Bones, plus shows around Europe, further cement his place in the contemporary music scene. 

  • Track List

    01. Steely Knives 

    02. Nothing Surprises Me Anymore 

    03. Tinfoil Hat 

    04. Go Down Swinging 

    05. Ragdoll 

    06. Gravy Train 

    07. I Could Just Die Right Now 

    08. Unspeakable Thing 

    09. Beauty Queen 

    10. Dig To China 

    11. Upside Down Umbrella 

    12. I Got This Problem