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Austin City Limits Festival 2023 w/MAJOR
Nick James
'Tis the Season
Nick James
After many major cities and literally THOUSANDS of gigs and session, it feels like Chicago was a lifetime ago, Boston was a distant dream, and Peoria is a scrapbook of memories that fly off in the wind as I chance them with a butterfly net. the early days of Austin around a decade ago feel like...
moreMix with The Masters - My time with Tchad Blake in the South of France
Nick James
I’ve been so busy since I got back from France, but the truth is, I’ve also been putting off the big update. I’m still overwhelmed with appreciation and can’t believe how generous people were in supporting the next evolution of my dream career. I get emotional letting the thoughts just barely...
moreHappy Birthday, Tracy Boettcher
Nick James
Happy Birthday, Dad.
I've missed you a lot as of late. There is so much that has happened that I would love to discuss with you. Everything from the Trump election, the recent Grammy's, relationships, The Reverent Few's shows at the Saxon Pub (I really wish you could have been at that...
moreLoving Arms
Nick James
The Wood Brothers, consisting of Oliver Wood, Chris Wood, and Jano Rix, has become one of my all-time favorite bands, and I'd like to explain why.
When I was living in Chicago in the midst of the exciting transition of Wicker Park from the seed of artsy hipsters to trendy bros-ville, I...
moreYour Heroes Are Not Gods
Nick James
My heart is broken for those who have lost their trust in those who have inspired creativity, honesty, and confidence, but we have all been duped from minute one. OUR HEROES ARE NOT GODS.
First, I must acknowledge those who were and are directly effected by the behavior of those addressed...
moreA Man of Thoughts or A Man Of Action
Nick James
I woke up this morning after a peaceful night's sleep, browsed Facebook, and immediately my sunny disposition was invaded by bleak, ominous clouds that block the light source that usually warms my day.
Tom Petty's looming end touches on a personal level, having seen his masterful...
moreYesterday was the day
Nick James
My days start with coffee and a declaration of either, "Today is the day," or "Tomorrow will be the day." An afternoon free from work and obligations places me in my favorite chair next to my favorite table (handcrafted by my late father,) sipping on my favorite beverage (coffee,) ready to do...
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