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Label: SHANGHAI TO MEMPHIS Records
Members: james generally plays solo

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james dalton
Brooklyn, NY        Folk / Americana / alt.blues

Bio

James Dalton may be from New Jersey, but he’s honed his craft in virtually every part of the world. From tiny pubs to large festivals; from legendary clubs like the Stone Pony and the Bitter End to ships at sail in the Baltic Sea; he’s won over audiences with his breathtaking vocals, energetic harp playing, and wonderful tales that come to life through his music. His passport shows his never-ending quest to entertain; he will go anywhere and perform at any time regardless of the size of the v...

Songs

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I Know Your Name Is Karen Ma, ...
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I Know Your Name Is Karen Ma, But You ...
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I'll Tell Me Ma(Live)
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I'll Tell Me Ma(Live)
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Mama's Got Her Ukulele(Live)
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Mama's Got Her Ukulele(Live)
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Dusty Old Goodbyes(live)
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Dusty Old Goodbyes(live)
Walking Shoes
Troubadours

Comments

Ben Aaron
Ben Aaron: Very nice, powerful voice, James. I enjoyed listening to your tunes. Thank you for uploading them. From a fellow folkie, -Ben Aaron  Sep 28
Svetoyar
Svetoyar: Hi, mate ! I just want to say that you are the best troubadour in whole world ))  Jul 28
John Revitte
John Revitte: Amazing creativity and passion in your work james!!!  Apr 30
XAMAN POWER BLUES
XAMAN POWER BLUES: Amazing powers of blowing! ;) Hope to meet you live sometime in Europe maybe? Best luck!  Aug 30
Michele Botel
Michele Botel: I am reminded why the harmonica is one of my top 3 instruments!!! wicked playing:) Michele  Sep 04

Press

"Butterflies and Passerbys is an uplifting and beautiful musical journey. I can feel the emotions coming through the music that James experienced in his life and to me, that is real and great songwriting."
—  Josh Zandman, www.songandfilm.com

Chart Position

Folk charts
for Brooklyn, NY.

Artist Stats

Fans: 4,316
Song Plays: 1,227
Visits: 4,945
Video Plays: 317
Widget Hits: 12,094

Status

Blog

Live in Times Square EP!!!
Jan 12, 2012 at 06:30 PM
So, after some months and months have passed, I am happy to say that as of now, the first of twelve releases is officially available! James Dalton Live in Times Square was recorded a couple years back with drummer Adam Alexander and upright bass player Craig Akin. Three tracks, and a bonus track recorded this past fall in Asbury Park, NJ. Name your...

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