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James Macon [Americana, Alt. Rock, Country Rock]
WACO, TX
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Out on the Dock!
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Who is this guy???
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GET MACON!!!
  • 1 Wind on the River copyright 2005
  • 2 Little Things copyright 2003
  • 3 Cold Keystone copyright 2003
  • 4 Season's and Reasons copyright 2005
  • 5 An Old Jim Croce Song copyright 2003
  • 6 Chicken Pen Blues copyright 2007
Out on the Dock!
Biography

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KHARMA WILL CATCH YOU!!!


A rarity among entertainers!

The vocals will impress You, but the energy will keep You comin’ back for more.

An only child from the backwoods of East Texas, Macon, as he’s known by friends and fans, spent a lot of his younger years with nothing more than a pocket transistor radio and a fishing pole. He enjoyed and studied the heroes of the era while crooning along in harmony, whether it be rock, pop or country. Some of his favorite artists were, and still are, Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams, James Taylor, Jim Croce, Skynnard, Marshall Tucker Band, the Allman Brothers, Stealer’s Wheel, Chicago…the list goes on and on. The diversity of these many artists only adds character and appeal to his shows. Macon can charm You with new spins on old favorites that will never sound the same to you on the radio again.

Somewhere in the mid 1990s, he finally got his first pawn-shop guitar and the world of live music and entertaining became a way of life. Self-taught, he picked, grinned, and forged his way forward toward becomig the musician he had always dreamt of being. Within two years, Macon was stealing the show at pick-arounds, campouts and tailgate shows all over East Texas. Campfire settings have always been his stage of choice, but he’s at home performing for five or five thousand. His energy and character lend extra excitement and enamour crowds with his vocal talent and in-your-face presentation!

The road to here has led him in many different directions. Starting out as a solo artist, he quickly attracted the attention of numerous other esteemed East Texas Musicians. It wasn’t long until MayDay was formed with Jim Day. MayDay’s first CD, on which he and Jim recorded all original material, led to countless festival and club appearances. Macon was also included as keyboardist and songwriter with the established group Standing Flat. Their “Born To Shine” CD includes two original Macon masterpieces.

Following a two year interruption in his career, Macon has returned to the Texas Music scene and is taking Central Texas by storm. With a wholehearted vengeance, he is currently pushing such hits as “Cold Keystone”, “Wind on the River”, “Somewhere Tonight”, and “Something ‘Bout A Waltz”. Get Macon, He ain't fakin!!!
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(A) No One Cares   
(2009-07-21 15:12:26)
Great music. Really great and enjoyed listening. Would love to hear what you think about my demos.... Cheers, Emery
(A) Marlan   
(2008-07-19 02:02:53)
Like the lyrics and vocals. Great acoustic guitar work. I also respect your philosophy about playing the tracks yourself and ratings.
(A) Bob & Deb Eaton   
(2008-03-29 17:57:13)
James, your songs have very interesting lyrics! We especially liked "Seasons and Reasons." "Seasons come and reasons go" is a great line...wish we had thought of that one!! We'll be back to listen again!
(A) LADY SHARON   
(2008-01-28 00:49:23)
James I love your Chicken Pen Blues song...its really cute, made me laugh. I have never heard that experience put to a tune before...its a real down to earth song...very real to life...BIG RATE 5 for you James. SHARON :)
(A) Leo D   
(2007-11-27 23:07:47)
Your music is so expressive. Love the way your vocals wrap around the music. Creating a wonderful listening experience.
(A) Southern Girl!   
(2007-11-18 16:30:50)
Very nice! Keep on making that music!
(A) Mr. KK   
(2007-10-23 19:43:10)
I like your "red printed " info very much! so I will not inform You about gave or not gave :) I like Your Wind on the River - I like drop tunes in clear sound :) I like guitars in Little Things, I think Cold Keystone is too near to Little Things :)
(A) Wendy Risoli   
(2007-10-10 15:44:33)
Cool. Voted for you. Check me out. Wendy Risoli
(A) Soul Retribution   
(2007-10-07 20:23:38)
Great arrangements and songwritting. You have a strong and effective vocal style as well. Keep up the great work. keep the faith! Arch : )
(A) Hearts of Steele   
(2007-09-28 20:28:19)
We liked your sound we hope you go far.

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