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James was
born in Mississippi, but was raised in Augusta, Georgia USA and has resided in Australia since 1982. |
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He comes
from a musical background in
 America
where his father was a singer/entertainer on the South Coast of
America and toured Europe with his band STEPS OF RHYTHM.
His father was also involved with a duet
named SAM
& BILL who released records in the early 1960's.
The
musical blood runs in the Levi Family as James is related to Aretha
Franklin. |
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James served in
the US Military for 7½ years as a Sergeant upon completing High
School in Hawaii. Excelling in music and also playing 2nd
Cornet and French Horn in numerous marching bands and concerts. |
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Even while
in the Army he was designated company buglar during Kangaroo '80 and
Pack Bond '80 military exercise. (US and Australian soldiers ran
side by side to raise money for the building of the Royal Brisbane
Children's Hospital). |
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James is a
seasoned frontman who performs with natural charisma and soulful
credibility. He is a versatile and vibrant entertainer.
James really enjoys and loves what he does and it shows with a great
audience response and involvement. |
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James later works
and experiences include working with bands such as:- |
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He also performs
at venues such as:- |
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James now plays at
various venues throughout Australia. |
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His latest
releases are: |
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