James emerged from their native Manchester in the mid-'80s playing a brand of urgent, ringing guitar pop distinguished by Tim Booth's keening, insistent vocals. Booth's dramatic stylings and James' dedication to textured guitars earned the group the designation of "the next Smiths," a connection strengthened by Morrissey's endorsement of the band. By the dawn of the '90s, James shook off these comparisons by embracing acid house, the first of many adventurous left turns the band took over the decades.
These are photos from concerts where James played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
This Is For The NHS Sep 16 - 17, 2021 Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom Uploaded by Michael Ridley
Neighbourhood Weekender 2021 Sep 3 - 5, 2021 Warrington, England, United Kingdom Uploaded by Cameron Rabbett
Highest Point Festival 2021 Sep 2 - 5, 2021 Lancaster, England, United Kingdom Uploaded by Lucieolivia13
James Aug 17, 2021 Oxford, England, United Kingdom Uploaded by Martin Scarborough