Free Country – Alias James
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“Alias James is a rough and tumble character, a renegade rocker whose take on Americana brings him into that special sphere where Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson chose to reside while inventing what came to be called outlaw country music.”– Goldmine Magazine
“The best news is how powerful songs like “Another Last Chance,” “Catch Myself,” Kickin’ Up a Shitstorm” and “Where You Used to Be” are. There is a feeling like there was in the mid-1970s when artists like Waylon Jennings, Billy Joe Shaver and a few others said the hell with how things were being done in Music City and decided to do it their own way.” – Bill Bentley
“He has good dark lyrics & creative poignant lines. “Kickin’ Up a Shitstorm,” is striking, while “Where You Used To Be,” is distinctive & penetrating, a great country song…simply great. There’s no doubt James has been influenced by many genres within the country frame. Alias has his Merle Haggard & Buck Owens solidly in his soul. He has value-added.” – Americana Highways
“Free Country is traditional country for tomorrow, and as close to the real thing as modern times will allow. Well done.” – MIDWEST RECORD
From reviews of the first single “Hell (If I Don’t Cry)”:
“It’s impossible to not clap and belt out along with the chorus.” – THE COUNTRY NOTE
“Hell (If I Don’t Cry)” boasts an infectious chorus enhanced by a traditional country-leaning production, with enough steel guitar to make any listener instantly fall in love with the song. I can’t wait to see where Alias goes.” – OK COUNTRY
“Hell (If I Don’t Cry),” is a bonafide country-rocker & first single released. That will get feet moving & bosoms shifting in their peasant blouses. Love it.” – John Apice
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Catch Myself Debuts This Week on “Country Fix,” Heartland-TV and more:
NASHVILLE, TENN.— With family roots in Bakersfield, CA, one of Alt Country’s most promising new artists, singer/songwriter Alias James’ latest release, Catch Myself, is getting great recognition. With more than 150K views on YouTube, the video quickly caught the attention of multiple television and streaming networks. Catch Myself will be available for viewing in over 120 million additional households as it makes its premiere on The Heartland Network’s “Country Fix” show, beginning the week of April 29, 2024. Catch Myself is already in rotation on American Music Channel, Canyon Star TV, CMCTV, Dave Caley’s Country Park, Gone Country Corral, My Jam Country Network, among others.
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