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José James speaks to Gilles Peterson

American vocalist José James speaks to Gilles Peterson about his new album.

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Biography

José James (born January 20, 1978) is an American vocalist best known for performing and blending modern jazz and hip-hop. James performs all over the world both as a leader and with other groups.

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BBC Reviews

  1. No Beginning No End 2013

    Review of No Beginning No End

    Reviewed by Marcus J. Moore

    James refines his sound on this Blue Note debut, with impressive results.

  2. Blackmagic 2010

    Review of Blackmagic

    Reviewed by Louis Pattison

    Beats or no beats, this boy has something going on.

  3. Dreamer 2008

    Review of Dreamer

    Reviewed by Thomas Barlow

    Stripped down and captivatingly raw, this is bonafide jazz all the way.

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