Eran James (born 27 March 1989) is a singer-songwriter from

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. He has released two studio albums that have reached the ARIA top 100.

Music career

James first performed as an eight-year-old. He signed his first record deal as a thirteen-year-old with

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. He released his first album, ''Reviewing The Situation'', aged fifteen in 2004. The album included his debut single, a distinctive soul-funk cover of the

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song "I Get Lifted". Following the successful release of his first album, James attracted the attention of some of the world's leading producers. Moving to New York, he teamed with producer

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, who co-produced the

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album ''

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''. Working with Newland, James produced his second album, ''Ten Songs About Love'', released on 6 October 2007. It reached No. 43 on the ARIA charts. James was spotted by

Elton John Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is a British singer, songwriter and pianist. His music and showmanship have had a significant, lasting impact on the music industry, and his songwriting partnership with l ...

after playing as the opening act on his 2007 Australian Tour. Elton invited Eran to the UK in 2008 and helped him with songwriting and mentoring. In 2010, through

, Eran was introduced to Grammy Award-winning producer and musician

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. They began collaborating and writing music, becoming close friends who continue to work together. James moved back to Melbourne in 2011 and continue playing his music to audiences across Australia. In December 2011 he was the opening act on

's Australian tour. In December 2011, James released an EP titled, ''Down the Road''.

Discography

Albums

Extended plays

Singles

References

External links

Official website
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