Released: 10/01/25
Early James’ Medium Raw, produced by Dan Auerbach, is his most powerful work yet—a gritty, emotionally rich blend of blues, rock, and folk. Recorded with a raw, field-style approach, the album highlights James’ Southern Gothic lyricism and haunting vocals. With sharp storytelling and vivid imagery in tracks like “Steely Knives” and “Tin Foil Hat,” he channels a style reminiscent of Tom Waits. Backed by a dynamic band, Medium Raw delivers unfiltered Americana at its most compelling.