ALEX JAMES BAND
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Meet Alex James, the world’s first Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) fronted rock band based in North-East England. The 26-year-old, musician Alex Kennedy lives with the rare, life-limiting muscle wasting condition known as DMD. Yet, he miraculously turns this pain into success, taking to the stage in his electric wheelchair with his band and delivering an unexpected rock experience which indulges their fans with an amalgamation of chunky basslines, punchy riffs, and unforgettable vocal melodies alongside conceptual lyrics. This band is for lovers of The Pale White, Foo Fighters, QOTSA, Royal Blood and The Black Keys and is certainly not one to be missed.
Alex James recently unveiled their new single ‘These Days’ out on Friday 1st March. Written as a politically driven rock track These Days packs a rebellious punch. Inspired solely by the concept of breaking the wheel and outrunning the machine, which symbolises the cycle of an endless system that never seem to end. A system that entraps individuals and never reward them for their hard work. Although the song champions a hope for change, if it ever became a reality, it would still be important to remember 'These Days’ in which we live and never forget where we came from. It was from this concept that this track was born, and it sets a solid tone for what the band have in store for the rest of the year. Including a project that has been funded by Youth Music’s NextGen Fund that is yet to be announced.
On the same day as the single release Alex James are hosting their most anticipated headliner to date at Independent in Sunderland with support from Newcastle’s own Dayzies and Pop-Punk/Alt-rock loop pedaller Failed To Ignite. Through collaboration with Ben Richardson Alex will access the stage using an 8ft ramp that the venue bought especially for this event and future instances like this one. The message behind this show is to raise awareness around the importance of improving accessibility and representation for disabled performers, artists, producers and in fact anyone with access needs in the music industry.
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Steam Machine Brewery - Newton Aycliffe
"Alex James, a true inspiration, breaks barriers with his music. From his wheelchair, he captivates with energy and charm."
Ben Richardson - Gan On Magazine
"We're excited to see what the band does next, not just in terms of their music, but also in their mission to raise awareness around accessibility across music venues in the UK. Gan on, Alex James "
Niamh Poppleton - Narc Magazine (Waiting For Something review)
"Though the lyrics are relatively simplistic, that doesn't take the listener even marginally lose interest; rather, it's this very simplicity which makes the song throughly melodic and memorable."
