Hello, I’m James Frost, a singer-songwriter based in Dartmoor, England.
My music is often compared to artists like Ben Howard, Nick Mulvey, Damien Rice, Xavier Rudd and Ben Harper... troubadours that play with sensitivity, heart and a collective spirit.
I’ve been honing my craft for many years, touring and travelling; walking the tightrope of the independent artist and following my path. It’s been hugely challenging and deeply joyful, like all the best things in life, and I believe in it passionately.
My songs are a window into my life, surrounded by the deep nature of Dartmoor where I live, and a community of seekers, healers and artists in the South West of England. The songs express my love of nature, my personal healing journey, stories of fellow travellers on the road, and the awakening in consciousness that touches my life and many on this planet.
For many years, I lived simply and surrendered to a life on the road, performing throughout the country in acoustic venues, arts centres, living rooms, protest rallies and around campfires by twilight.
In 2015, I studied at the British Academy of New Music in London (previous graduates include Ed Sheeran and Rita Ora) and released the ‘Nameless EP’, launching it with a sold-out show at the Servant Jazz Quarters in London and a magical video for the title track.
Upon release, ‘Nameless’ was chosen as one of BBC 6Music’s picks of the week, leading to a session for BBC Introducing and a stunning remix by Russian DJ Loolacoma.
In the following years, I played concerts with James Yorkston, Martha Tilston, Tiny Ruins and many other folk heroes, before a summer of festival touring including slots at Secret Garden Party, Glastonbury Festival and Folk East.
With growing support, I launched a crowdfund to fund my debut album ‘All Of Our Hands’, raising over £16,000 through crowdfunding, and additional money from Arts Council England and Help Musicians who believed in the project. I experimented with live band recording and different instrumentation, and collaborating widely with musicians all over the country and beyond.
My vision was to not only make an album but also to provide opportunities for listeners to be part of the creative process. As a result, fans and followers were invited to join huge choirs at Real World Studios and Dartington Hall to sing directly onto the album they had pre-ordered. Online audiences also helped create a lyric booklet of paintings, illustrations, collages and children’s art.
Guest vocalists on the album include Kyla Jade (American gospel singer, finalist on ‘The Voice’ USA), Carmody (London-based vocalist who collaborates with Tom Misch) and gospel choir ‘Soul Of The City’, as part of an international line up of 100 musicians and singers who contributed.
The album has been celebrated through listening parties and collaborative live performances with choirs. I filmed a magical music video for 'Gypsy Roots' with the Samsara Collective in the rainbow-filled landscapes of Dartmoor. Tracks have also been played in 5rhythms and ecstatic dance classes across the world, in places such as New York, London, Moscow and Malaga, as the music finds its way out into people’s hearts.
I see the creative path is a rite of passage, requiring incredible resilience, courage and resourcefulness. It has brought many gifts to my life and taken me on an incredible journey, through experiences less about fame and money, and more about moments that linger in the soul long after they first were lived. For that, I am so grateful.
To stay connected, please follow me online, and add me to your favourite streaming platforms. I am always happy to hear how the songs touch you, your favourite tracks or where in the world you are listening. Hope to sing with you, one day, James
REVIEWS
"Absolutely faultless...a beautiful, self penned song featuring the haunting harmonies of Carmody" - Under The Radar Live Sessions
"Wow, I am very impressed" – Fred Fellowes, Founder, Secret Garden Party Festival
“Nameless EP...highly recommended. Buy it!” – KLOF Magazine (Folk Radio)
"English folk, crisp picked guitar and a huskily introverted vocal...fans of Harper, Carter, Drake will love it" – Americana UK Magazine
"Listening to a song of yours and it's beautiful" - Sarah Howells, Bryde
“A beautiful collection of songs, with diverse instrumentations and a deep-rooted confidence in their performance” - FATEA Magazine
“One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard... an artist who has truth running through his veins” - Luke Hannam, British Academy of New Music
“Note perfect playing and singing from the heart” – Chris Goreham, BBC Radio Norfolk
Hello, I’m James Frost, a singer-songwriter based in Dartmoor, England.
My music is often compared to artists like Ben Howard, Nick Mulvey, Damien Rice, Xavier Rudd and Ben Harper... troubadours that play with sensitivity, heart and a collective spirit.
I’ve been honing my craft for many years, touring and travelling; walking the tightrope of the independent artist and following my path. It’s been hugely challenging and deeply joyful, like all the best things in life, and I believe in it passionately.
“English folk, crisp picked guitar and a huskily introverted vocal...fans of Harper, Carter, Drake will love it" – Americana UK Magazine
My songs are a window into my life, surrounded by the deep nature of Dartmoor where I live, and a community of seekers, healers and artists in the South West of England. The songs express my love of nature, my personal healing journey, stories of fellow travellers on the road, and the awakening in consciousness that touches my life and many on this planet.
Music is a big part of who I am and has been a guiding force in my life, from the early days in school bands and open mics, through the years of solo touring, to my current work in the studio with musicians, choirs and industry funding.
One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard... an artist who has truth running through his veins” - Luke Hannam, British Academy of New Music
For many years, I lived simply and surrendered to a life on the road, performing throughout the country in acoustic venues, arts centres, living rooms, protest rallies and around campfires by twilight.
In 2015, I released an EP ‘Nameless’ and launched it with a sold-out show at the Servant Jazz Quarters in London and a magical video for the title track. Upon release, the title track was chosen as one of BBC 6Music’s picks of the week, leading to a session for BBC Introducing and a stunning remix by Russian DJ Loolacoma.
The following year, I played concerts with James Yorkston, Martha Tilston, Tiny Ruins and many other folk heroes, before a summer of festival touring including slots at Secret Garden Party, Glastonbury Festival and Folk East.
“Wow, I am very impressed" – Fred Fellowes, Founder, Secret Garden Party Festival
With growing support, I launched a crowdfund to fund my debut album ‘All Of Our Hands’, raising over £16,000 through crowdfunding, and additional money from Arts Council England and Help Musicians who believed in the project.
My vision was to not only make an album but also to provide opportunities for listeners to be part of the creative process. As a result, fans and followers were invited to join huge choirs at Real World Studios and Dartington Hall to sing directly onto the album they had pre-ordered. Online audiences also helped create a lyric booklet of paintings, illustrations, collages and children’s art.
“A beautiful collection of songs, with diverse instrumentations and a deep-rooted confidence in their performance” - FATEA Magazine
Guest vocalists on the album include Kyla Jade (American gospel singer, finalist on ‘The Voice’ USA), Carmody (London-based vocalist who collaborates with Tom Misch) and gospel choir ‘Soul Of The City’, as part of an international line up of 100 musicians and singers who contributed.
The album has been celebrated through listening parties, music videos filmed on Dartmoor, and collaborative live performances. Tracks have also been played in 5rhythms and ecstatic dance classes across the world, in places such as New York, London, Moscow and Malaga, as the music finds its way out into people’s hearts.
Absolutely faultless...a beautiful, self penned song featuring the haunting harmonies of Carmody" - Under The Radar Live Sessions
I see the creative path is a rite of passage, requiring incredible resilience, courage and resourcefulness. It has brought many gifts to my life and taken me on an incredible journey, through experiences less about fame and money, and more about moments that linger in the soul long after they first were lived.
To stay connected, please follow me online, and add me to your favourite streaming platforms. CDs, downloads and merch are available from my store on Bandcamp and my newsletter will give you exclusive access to my world and stories behind the songs. I am always happy to hear how the songs touch you, your favourite tracks or where in the world you are listening.
With love, James
“Note perfect playing and singing from the heart” – Chris Goreham, BBC Radio