Hailing originally from the Northern Rivers of NSW and now based in Brisbane, QLD, James has expertly crafted a career as a professional musician, musical educator, and audio engineer. He has performed in a myriad of venues across Australia and with a variety of artists up and down the East Coast.
Versatile, accomplished, and deeply attuned to the evolving musical landscape, James is a top-tier addition to any musical endeavour or educational institution.
Throughout his ongoing professional journey, James has had the privilege of collaborating with numerous nationally and internationally renowned artists, both as a drummer/keyboardist and as an audio engineer. Some standout moments in James’ career include recurring partnerships with Alan Park (Sir Cliff Richard), Rick Fenn (10cc, Nick Mason), and the rock super-group, EPIC.
Concurrent with his musical pursuits, James has augmented his musical knowledge, skills, and academic foundation. He holds a Bachelor of Popular Music (Honours) from the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University, and a Master of Teaching (Secondary) from The University of Queensland.