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Jim James

American musician (born 1978)

James Edward Olliges Jr., professionally known as Jim James or Yim Yames, is an American vocalist, guitarist, producer, and primary songwriter of the rock band My Morning Jacket. He has also released several solo albums.

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Jim James

what: one person
from: Louisville
born: 1978
on the air here: 1 song
still after: 1 song

File card: Jim James

real name: James Edward Olliges, Jr.

labels: ATO Records

genres: indie rock

plays: guitar, voice

member of: The New Basement Tapes, My Morning Jacket

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Early life, family and education

James was raised in the Highlands–Douglass neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. Raised Catholic, he attended St. Martha Grade School and graduated from St. Xavier High School in 1996. James briefly attended the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Career

Prior to forming My Morning Jacket, James was the vocalist and guitarist for a number of Louisville bands, including Hotel Roy and Month of Sundays.

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American vocalist, guitarist, producer, and primary songwriter of the rock band My Morning Jacket. Born: April 27, 1978 Also known as: J. James, James, Jim "Winchester" James, Jim James & Friends, Jim James (Cap'n Goodies) From Discogs (free to use). Their entry