Gardens are a reoccurring theme in James Justin Burke’s musical life. From his cozy cottage in Folly Beach, South Carolina, the songwriter tends to an ever-growing plot of heartfelt tunes, tilling their verses and melodies with positive energy.
With debut album Southern Son, So Far, Burke has solidified his name as an invigorating new face in Americana music.
“The songs grew, like a child. I’ve had all these tunes for about four years, since I’ve lived on Folly Beach, and I knew t...