James Coates is a singer-songwriter from Sumner, WA who connects with audiences through honest original songs and entertains with upbeat, high-energy covers from all genres and decades.
James inherited his love of music from his father, who taught him piano and guitar at an early age. His first moments on stage were playing bass at a local youth group and singing original songs at all-ages open mic's.
After releasing his debut album in 2012, he toured nationally, headlining Nashville's Bluebird Cafe and opening for Sheryl Crow at Woodinville's Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery.
He has received airplay on KEXP, been featured in Seattle Weekly and his latest singles "Buy My Mom a House" and "7-Year-Old Summer" were playlisted internationally.
Now a full-time professional musician, James can be found headlining local music venues, engaging employees at corporate events and serenading couples as they walk down the aisle.
Whether performing with a full band or solo acoustic, James, his raspy, soulful vocals and his musicianship on guitar, piano and ukulele are the perfect companion to any event or celebration.
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"Coates sounds like Bob Dylan if Dylan could actually sing, while lyrically he veers closer to Springsteen territory."
-Seattle Weekly
"One of the most promising singer/songwriters in the South Sound."
-Weekly Volcano
"With so much power and talent, James Coates is one to watch."
-Music Mix Daily
"A raspy, lush, strong voice, capable of incredible range."
-American Standard Time
"Heartfelt and folksy."
-Seattle Music News