the-james-boys
The James Boys offer an electric and eclectic blend of musical styles reflective of their wide roots and live performances. From "Roots Rock", as they call it, to R&B, Blues, to Reggae influences, Jazz influences, Pop and even Country - The James Boys always maintain a common denominator throughout their music: a passionate and often humorous take on life manifesting in rhythmic grooves, "hookish" lyrics and attractive melodies throughout. The James Boys show is ideally a two hour, no break, concert/dance although they will play as long as three hours with a break. Audience participation is always encouraged at a James Boys event. Front man Rick Rykart will promote over the microphone any cause desired to be publicized and promoted at the buyer's wish. The James Boys show is a multi-generational event appealing to all ages. The show always consists of originals mixed into a high energy and fun package of classics and contemporary covers that everyone knows and loves.
The following is the songlist from a recent two hour performance in Columbia, MO... ,, Big Boss Man/Hi Heel Sneakers - traditional Blues, Cold Cold Heart - Hank Williams/Norah Jones, All Shook Up - Elvis, Stray Cat Strut - The Stray Cats, I'm Not Runnin Anymore - John Mellencamp, Anne Marie - The James Boys, Sweet Mystery - The James Boys, Come Together - The Beatles, Oh Darlin - The Beatles, Pretty Woman - Orbison/Van Halen, No Particular Place To Go - Chuck Berry, Nadine - Chuck Berry/The James Boys, The Reason for the Blues - The James Boys and Johnnie Johnson, Further Up The Road - Bobbie Bland/Eric Clapton, Rock-a-bye - Sean Mullins, Free Fallin - Tom Petty, Long Train Runnin - The Doobie Brothers, The Power of Love - Huey Lewis, It's Been Such A Long Time - The James Boys, Same Girl - The James Boys, Already Gone - Eagles, Jumpin Jack Flash - Stones, Lucille - Little Richard, A Really Good Rocker - The James Boys ,,Full songlist is available upon request.