About Jesse A. James

Jesse A. James is a rock/metal musician living in Seattle WA. Jesse specializes in alternative, experimental rock/metal with introspective lyrics, trippy psychedelic melodies, and rocking beats! JAJ released his debut album "The Standoff" in 2023 and is currently working on more music.

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Music video is out!

Zer0 (Official Music Video)

New album
"The Standoff"
OUT NOW!

New album by Jesse A. James out now, featuring 12 tracks including alternative metal tunes, trippy rockers, dreamy ballads, and epic instrumentals. Co-produced by Seattle rock legend Paul Diamond Blow (who also performs on several tracks) and featuring other Seattle guest musicians, Jesse A. James "The Standoff" album is perfect for any fans of the Deftones, Team Sleep, the Smashing Pumpkins, Iron Maiden, and alternative/experimental rock/metal.

TRACK LIST: 1) Mad Science 2) Like a Trombone 3) Faces on the Wall 4) Friend Ship 5) Valkyrie 6) The Standoff 7) Novelty 8) Melov 9) A Way Out 10) 0 11) Floptemism 12) I Grow

Jesse A. James THE STANDOFF is now available on amazon, youtube, apple music, pandora, spotify, and all other digital music platforms.

Here's what the critics say about Jesse A. James "THE STANDOFF":

"...The Standoff quietly entered the scene, venturing into the domain of slightly experimental rock that's hard to pinpoint. Spanning eleven tracks and approximately forty minutes, it presents a diverse mix of songs and approaches. Certain tracks stood out, beckoning me back for repeated listens. The album's tone appeared enigmatic, oscillating between moments that seemed whimsical, almost teetering toward parody, and others that earnestly sought to encapsulate the essence of a genre." --Cyrus Rhodes, indiemusicreviews.net

"In The Standoff, Jesse A James unveils an album of remarkable diversity in styles... From the heavier tones of "The Standoff" and "Novelty" to the more contemplative and lighter melodies of "A Way Out" and "I Grow," the album traverses through varying emotional landscapes. --RAGTALENT.com

"The Standoff offers a diverse musical experience with moments of brilliance -- worth a listen for its distinctive twists and turns." --Jamie Funk, Pitch Perfect

Physical CDs are also available on ebay.

Other releases

FRIEND SHIP (Radio Edit)

Single (2023)

I GROW (Radio Edit)

Single (2023)

SEX CLOWN

Single (2024)