James Maddock In Concert
The best singer-songwriters serve the song. British born, NYC resident, James Maddock, earned the respect of masterful writers such as Bruce Springsteen and Willie Nile, by humbly honoring the purity of expression. Music Appreciation Society presents in concert Maddock’s boldly vulnerable songwriting, honeyed rasp, and distinct folk and Americana aesthetic.
Many albums in his beloved catalog are elegantly spare, conveying his songs and sentiments in the most direct possible way. But for his latest album, The Green, the songs guided him into recording the most eclectic, exhilaratingly soulful, and imaginatively produced album in his career.
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ddock’s consistency as a recording artist and a captivating live performer have attracted a devoted fan base, both engaged and generous enough to fan fund the last two entries in his six-album oeuvre. He’s performed with Bruce Springsteen, Willie Nile, Aaron Comess (Spin Doctors) and David Immergluck (Counting Crows) and featured vocals on an album with Susan McKeown; has all leading him to build a respected international profile through tireless touring from the Northeast US to Europe to Australia.
Previous to his solo career, James was the front man for the Columbia Records band Wood. In 2003, Maddock relocated from England to New York, and soon after, launched his solo career. His 2009 solo album Sunrise On Avenue C won a New York Music Award for “Best Americana Album,” while its follow-up, Wake Up And Dream, ranked among the top albums of 2011 in WFUV’s (NYC) Listener Poll.
Live, Maddock imaginatively reinterprets his oeuvre to keep it fresh for him and his audience. “I love how songs reveal themselves differently in the live setting,” James says. “I’m grateful I have such a large body of work and an audience to share a creative dialogue with. It’s all a luxury and just a really beautiful thing—I feel very lucky.”
Join us in welcoming to Denver for the first time, James Maddock’s exclusive appearance in Baur’s Listening Lounge. Experience the magic of this extraordinary artist in the intimate and historic setting created just for audiences who love original music.
September 27th, 2015 :: 7:00 PM
Baur’s Listening Lounge
James Maddock In Concert
$25 General Admission, $35 Premium, $20 Student/Senior
1512 Curtis Street
Denver, CO
www.baursmagic.com
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“James Maddock possesses the kind of lived-in, craggy voice that would sound authoritative if he were singing the sports pages. Fortunately, he doesn’t need to do that because his compositional skills are a match for his delivery.” – Relix
“His timeless songwriting style, which seems to draw from great songwriters of every era, conveys quiet confidence and lovely intimacy.” – NPR
“There is a place for a James Maddock. He’s what Bob Dylan was back in the 1960’s. A troubadour. A storyteller. The jester, the philosopher and the musician who’s own story could also be yours.” – No Depression