$20.00
Everything about Julian James and his new album ‘Silver Spade’shouts the love of traditional blues for all to hear. His style is rooted in the old-time acoustic strummers of a bygone era, and he joins next generation artists such as Larkin Poe, Blind Boy Paxton and Pokey LaFarge in bringing authentic new voices to a style that has endured for 100 years.
Still in his twenties, Julian James has spent most of his adult life on the road, first as front man of Blues festival heroes ‘Catfish Voodoo’ and on his own. ‘Silver Spades’ is the second album in his catalogue as a solo artist and Julian brings the experience of a seasoned performer and a fresh perspective to this set of traditional songs by artists like Ma Rainey and early Muddy Waters, as well as originals like the title track Silver Spade.
Tales of love, loss and debauchery from 2018 sit happily with their ancestors from the 1930’s as James deliver his laconic vintage drawl from some porch or other.
Says Julian of his love of old blues:
“Catfish Voodoo played straight Chicago Blues, so I started with Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, and Willie Dixon; and then when I went out solo, I just kept going back in time and discovering people like Mississippi John Hurt, Leadbelly, Son House and knew that’s what I wanted to do.”
$35.00
You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of 100% ring-spun cotton and is soft and comfy. The double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite!
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$35.00
You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of 100% ring-spun cotton and is soft and comfy. The double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite!
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$60.00
Everyone needs a cozy go-to hoodie to curl up in, so go for one that's soft, smooth, and stylish. It's the perfect choice for cooler evenings!
• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Honduras, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$60.00
Everyone needs a cozy go-to hoodie to curl up in, so go for one that's soft, smooth, and stylish. It's the perfect choice for cooler evenings!
• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Honduras, Mexico, or Nicaragua
Victoria Bound! Heres a few shows guys! Hope to see you at one or more of them!
Americana Artist Julian James is no stranger to folk, blues & country punters all over Australia, having taken his award-winning one-man show everywhere from Melbourne’s dingy bars to some of the best festivals in the country.
Americana Artist Julian James is no stranger to folk, blues & country punters all over Australia, having taken his award-winning one-man show everywhere from Melbourne’s dingy bars to some of the best festivals in the country.
Julian James has been kicking around Melbourne’s famous live music scene since he was a teenager, and he’s landed on a sound that draws from both a humming Louisiana back-porch swamp, and a roadhouse juke joint. Julian has put in some big miles and two well-received albums to get to where he is right now, on the eve of launching his new collection of tunes ‘Devil Town’.
Heading down to Bruthen Blues festival! Going to be a Ripper weekend full of fun, dancing, beers!
Julian James @ Julian James & The Moonshine State @ The HGC
Julian James Takes a Trip to Devil Town
Julian James has been kicking around Melbourne’s famous live music scene since he was a teenager, and he’s landed on a sound that draws from both a humming Louisiana back-porch swamp, and a roadhouse juke joint. Julian has put in some big miles and two well-received albums to get to where he is right now, on the eve of launching his new collection of tunes ‘Devil Town’.
‘Devil Town’ sees Julian flexing his Americana muscles and the tracks were produced by leading Aussie producer Matt Fell who’s led the production charge for many of Australia’s top artists - from Shane Nicholson to Slim Dusty, Sara Storer to Fanny Lumsden.
The Devil Town album is a gumbo of old timey country, modern productions, Psychedelic humour, laconic delivery, and is definitely something you’d expect to hear when the baddie walks into the saloon…
Says Julian of the album’
“I’ve always been drawn to music of bygone days, to me that stuff seems to fit in with my lifestyle better than music made on a computer. The chance to record this record with Matt Fell and some of my favourite musicians of all time has been one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life. I hope that other people can hear the fun we had making it when they hit play.”
To escape the current challenges of being a performing artist in Victoria, Julian has moved into his bus and continues to seek out an open bar, a shady spot and a friendly ear.
For his Canberra show Julian will be joined by local Canberran legends Matt Nightingale on bass, Mitch Preston on drums and Jacque Bradley on fiddle.
Pre-sales: CBS members $20 / General $25 + bf (pre-sales ends 4pm 26 February)
Door: $30
This is a COVID safe event. Please check-in via the CBR code, use hand sanitisers provided and be mindful of social distancing.
If you are feeling unwell please stay home.
Julian James has been kicking around Melbourne’s famous live music scene since he was a teenager, and he’s landed on a sound that draws from both a humming Louisiana back-porch swamp, and a roadhouse juke joint. Julian has put in some big miles and two well-received albums to get to where he is right now, on the eve of launching his new collection of tunes ‘Devil Town’.
‘Devil Town’ sees Julian flexing his Americana muscles and the tracks were produced by leading Aussie producer Matt Fell who’s led the production charge for many of Australia’s top artists - from Shane Nicholson to Slim Dusty, Sara Storer to Fanny Lumsden.
The Devil Town album is a gumbo of old timey country, modern productions, Psychedelic humour, laconic delivery, and is definitely something you’d expect to hear when the baddie walks into the saloon…
Says Julian of the album’
“I’ve always been drawn to music of bygone days, to me that stuff seems to fit in with my lifestyle better than music made on a computer. The chance to record this record with Matt Fell and some of my favourite musicians of all time has been one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life. I hope that other people can hear the fun we had making it when they hit play.”
To escape the current challenges of being a performing artist in Victoria, Julian has moved into his bus and continues to seek out an open bar, a shady spot and a friendly ear.
For his Canberra show Julian will be joined by local Canberran legends Matt Nightingale on bass, Mitch Preston on drums and Jacque Bradley on fiddle.
Pre-sales: CBS members $20 / General $25 + bf (pre-sales ends 4pm 26 February)
Door: $30
This is a COVID safe event. Please check-in via the CBR code, use hand sanitisers provided and be mindful of social distancing.
If you are feeling unwell please stay home.
Thwarted for a second time with the postponement of The Marysville Music Weekend in 2021, organisers have rescheduled the whole lineup and are pleased to announce that the signature Yarra Ranges event will now take place over the long weekend of 11-13 March 2022.
The program includes all artists from this year’s cancelled event including roots duo Pierce Brothers, Australia’s leading jazzman James Morrison with his Motown Experience, and Alt-country trailblazer Freya Josephine Hollick along with many more.
Says event director Bill Bate, “Unfortunately again 2021 was not our year and we were unable to bring this much-loved event to Marysville. We are excited though that the Marysville Music Weekend will push on in 2022. This weekend is a showcase event in our region, bringing locals and visitors from far and wide. Hold onto your ticket or grab one if you haven’t already as the March event will be one not to miss. We’re pumped about the new direction of the new brand of the Marysville Music Weekend. Building on the strong success of the Marysville Jazz and Blues Weekend, we offer a world-class line-up of amazing music, food and drinks all set in our picturesque home of Marysville. Enjoy the country hospitality and join us for a great weekend.”
The March 2022 Marysville Music Weekend features the long-awaited talents of:
Pierce Brothers
James Morrison Motown Experience
Freya Josephine Hollick
Geoff Achison and The Souldiggers
Blues Roulette featuring Jimi Hocking, Nardia, Jesse Valach
Julian James & The Moonshine State
Brooke Taylor
Bobby Valentine and The Band of Renown
Dan Dinnen
Jess Parker
Julian and His Lady
Velvet
JD Delves Band
The event is Covid-safe and tickets are strictly limited.
3-day passes are $158.50 plus booking fees and are on sale now.
Tickets are available from marysvillemusicweekend.com via Trybooking and can only be purchased online.
The program includes all artists from this year’s cancelled event including roots duo Pierce Brothers, Australia’s leading jazzman James Morrison with his Motown Experience, and Alt-country trailblazer Freya Josephine Hollick along with many more.
Says event director Bill Bate, “Unfortunately again 2021 was not our year and we were unable to bring this much-loved event to Marysville. We are excited though that the Marysville Music Weekend will push on in 2022. This weekend is a showcase event in our region, bringing locals and visitors from far and wide. Hold onto your ticket or grab one if you haven’t already as the March event will be one not to miss. We’re pumped about the new direction of the new brand of the Marysville Music Weekend. Building on the strong success of the Marysville Jazz and Blues Weekend, we offer a world-class line-up of amazing music, food and drinks all set in our picturesque home of Marysville. Enjoy the country hospitality and join us for a great weekend.”
The March 2022 Marysville Music Weekend features the long-awaited talents of:
Pierce Brothers
James Morrison Motown Experience
Freya Josephine Hollick
Geoff Achison and The Souldiggers
Blues Roulette featuring Jimi Hocking, Nardia, Jesse Valach
Julian James & The Moonshine State
Brooke Taylor
Bobby Valentine and The Band of Renown
Dan Dinnen
Jess Parker
Julian and His Lady
Velvet
JD Delves Band
The event is Covid-safe and tickets are strictly limited.
3-day passes are $158.50 plus booking fees and are on sale now.
Tickets are available from marysvillemusicweekend.com via Trybooking and can only be purchased online.