EMERGING COUNTRY ARTIST BRANDON JAMES
CELEBRATES HIS THREE LA MUSIC AWARDS
NOMINATIONS FROM HIS COUNTRY DEBUT
EP ‘DOWN IN THE SAND’ AT MOLLY MALONE’S
ON NOVEMBER 4
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Show-Goers Have a Chance to Win Tickets to the 21st Annual
LA Music Awards on November 10
After a brief stint in Nashville, Tenn., promoting his country debut EP Down In The Sand, emerging country artist Brandon James is back at his L.A. home base to celebrate his three LA Music Awards nominations this year for ‘Country Artist Of The Year’, ‘Country Album Of The Year’ and ‘Country Single Of The Year’ with a performance at Molly Malone’s on November 4.
The first 15 fans to arrive for the 8:45 p.m. show will receive a complimentary ‘fan pack’ upon entry including a Brandon James t-shirt, stickers and an autographed copy of the EP. Event-goers will also have a chance to win a pair of tickets to join BJ and his band at the 21st Annual Los Angeles Music Awards on November 10 at the legendary Hollywood hotspot, The Avalon.
For James’ country debut EP, he collaborated with renowned mixer, engineer and recording studio owner Skip Saylor (Dwight Yoakum, Tom Petty, Bon Jovi, k.d. lang). His breezy single, “Down In The Sand (With Me)” earned him his first ‘Country Single Of The Year’ nomination as well as recognition as an “Artist To Watch” on iheartradio.com’s Discover & Uncover section.
The music video for “Down In The Sand (With Me)” perfectly captures the laid-back west coast vibe, depicting him and his band enjoying a fun-filled day in the sun at the Santa Monica Pier. The video is directed by Christian Laursen of Embrace Films and can be viewed on YouTube.
]]>This summer, the party’s at Brandon James’ house! While the emerging L.A. based singer/songwriter is inviting everyone over to hear the unique “West Coast Country” vibe of his new EP Down In The Sand, he’s also cooking up some super tasty and creative culinary delights. All recipes are available (and beautifully illustrated) on his Country Rock Recipes website, countryrockrecipes.com. Chefs and novices alike can add some country flavor to the dinner table by subscribing to receive James’ new recipes right as they are posted.
They’re all there, starting with Honey Garlic Sun Chip Chicken, Korean Sesame Beef & Veggies, Blackberry Summer Dill Salad with Fresh Balsamic Vinaigrette, Baked Tilapia Filet with Kalamata Olive & Basil Relish and Coastal Ceviche.
If grooving to James’ debut single “Down In The Sand (With Me)” makes you work up a thirst, he’s got the perfect refreshing drinks on the site as well: the hot afternoon or BBQ classic Kentucky Sunrise (featuring an ounce of bourbon) and Killer Homemade Strawberry Lemonade.
James recently teamed with Sassy Cook’n to offer discounts on the site’s stylish kitchen apparel. To receive a 20 percent discount, visit sassycookn.com and use product code “countryrock.” James’ hobby has its roots in his family’s Toronto-based bakery business that James’ parents started when he was 12.
The emerging singer/songwriter recently earned two LA Music Awards nominations for ‘Country Artist Of The Year’ and ‘Country Album Of The Year’. James will contend for top honors at the 21st Annual Los Angeles Music Awards show November 10, 2011 at the legendary Hollywood hotspot The Avalon.
James collaborated on Down In The Sand with renowned mixer, engineer and recording studio owner Skip Saylor (Dwight Yoakam, Tom Petty, Bon Jovi, k.d. lang). The four-track EP was recently featured on AOL Music Listening Party, while the title track made its radio debut on The Ranch (KKUS 104.1, KFRO 1370, KCUL 1410).
In addition to the buzz surrounding the upcoming award show, James has been on the promotional circuit in support of his country debut EP. The singer was recently profiled by Sidebeat Music on ActorsEntertainment.com. On June 25, James will interview with Big Blend Radio.
]]>Emerging L.A.-based country artist and songwriter Brandon James has earned two LA Music Awards nominations for ‘Country Artist Of The Year’ and ‘Country
Album Of The Year’. James will contend for top honors at the 21st Annual Los Angeles Music Awards show November 10, 2011at the legendary Hollywood
hotspot The Avalon.
For his country debut Down In The Sand, James collaborated with renowned mixer, engineer and recording studio owner Skip Saylor (Dwight Yoakum, Tom Petty, Bon Jovi, k.d. lang). The four-track EP was recently featured on AOL Music Listening Party, while the title track made its radio debut on The Ranch (KKUS 104.1, KFRO 1370, KCUL 1410).
The music video for James’ breezy first single, “Down In The Sand (With Me)” perfectly captures the laid-back west coast vibe, depicting him and his band enjoying a fun-filled day in the sun at the Santa Monica Pier. The video is directed by Christian Laursen of Embrace Films and can be viewed on YouTube.
In addition to the hype surrounding the upcoming award show, James has been on the promotional circuit in support of his sophomore EP. The singer was recently profiled by Sidebeat Music on ActorsEntertainment.com. On June 26, James will interview with Big Blend Radio as a part of their Champagne Sundays segment.
Steeped in James’ country culture is his passion for cooking, which he shares via posts on his website blog “ Country Rock Recipes.” He has also teamed up with Sassy Cook’n to offer discounts on the site’s stylish kitchen apparel. James’ hobby has its roots in his family’s Toronto-based bakery business that James’ parents started when he was 12.
To hear music and get the latest news, visit www.brandonjamesmusic.com.
]]>Toronto-born, L.A.-based singer/songwriter Brandon James’ Down in the Sand EP is featured on this week’s AOL Music Listening Party running through May 29 alongside popular acts such as Brad Paisley, Glee: The Music, NKTOBSB and Nick Carter. The online spotlight will give new listeners a free preview of James’ cool “West Coast Country” sound.
James’ four-track EP was produced by renowned mixer, engineer and recording studio owner Skip Saylor (Dwight Yoakum, Tom Petty, Bon Jovi, k.d. lang). The album’s title track was “top-rated” and made its radio debut on The Ranch (theranch.fm KKUS 104.1, KFRO 1370, KCUL 1410).
The music video for James’ first single “Down in the Sand (With Me)” captures the laid-back west coast vibe, depicting him and his band enjoying a day in the sun at the Santa Monica Pier. The video is directed by Christian Laursen (Embrace Films) and can be viewed on YouTube. The music video premiered on May 21 at the New Media Film Festival in Los Angeles.
James was recently profiled by Sidebeat Music on ActorsEntertainment.com to talk about his highly-anticipated country debut and recent residency at Harper’s in Tarzana, Calif.
James sees himself as something of an ambassador for the likeable, accessible “West Coast Country” sound. His mission: to win over more fans by representing for all the country fans out on the West Coast. Prior to Down In the Sand, James earned much acclaim for his debut album Souls On Fire and many of the gigs he did at L.A. hotspots like famous Whisky A Go-Go, The Rainbow Bar, The Mint, Gypsy Lounge and Dakota Live Music Lounge.
For more information, visit www.brandonjamesmusic.com.
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