“James McCarthy is an absolute master of the shades of love.”
— Anita Floa, Indie Boulevard Magazine
“Delivers his vocals with a smooth pop-style cadence, floating effortlessly atop the track... exceptional songwriting talent in its purest form...”
— Ryan Cassata, rockthepigeon.com

Studio ReleaseS

New Debut Album “Love Then Heartbreak” 2/9/24

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Short Bio

Emerging out of the bustling city of Boston, MA, with a dynamic collection of pop tunes, James McCarthy is charting his own path among pop singer-songwriter’s.

Drawing from his own experiences, James’ songwriting captures the complications of love, heartbreak, and growing up.

He leads a high energy 5-piece band that brings his songs to life, while his soulful vocals and groovy keyboard melodies captivate audiences across New England.

Similar Artists: John Mayer, Maroon 5, Hozier

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Past venues

Topsfield Fair - Topsfield, MA

Hard Rock Cafe - Boston, MA

SoFAR Sounds - Worcester, MA

Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA

Boston Arts Festival - Boston, MA

SoWa Festival - Boston, MA

Thunder Road - Somerville, MA

Cisco Brewers - Nantucket, MA

SummerSide Festival, Portland, ME

Regent Theatre - Arlington, MA

Aeronaut Brewing - Somerville, MA

ONCE Ballroom - Somerville, MA

Whisky On Water - Worcester, MA

Fenway Porchfest - Boston, MA

Tiny House Festival - Marshfield, MA

Nightshift Brewery - Everett, MA

Middle East Upstairs - Cambridge, MA

Radio / Press

92.5 The River - Northeast, U.S.

WMUA 91.1 - Amherst, MA

WLAS 102.9 FM - Lasell College Radio

WATD 95.9 - South Boston, MA

WBCA 102.9 FM - Boston, MA

107.8 FM Soulbeats - Netherlands

WEMF - Cambridge MA

The Inquirer and Mirror Newspaper - (Nantucket, MA)

Album featured on:

rockthepigeon.com

Indie Boulevard Magazine

York Calling Blog

SoundVille Music Blog

Global-Pop Magazine

Surviving The Golden Age

Contact/Booking

Email: jpamccart@gmail.com

facebook.com/jamesmccarthymusic

 

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