“’Shackles (Praise You)’ is a killer song, and I’m excited to introduce it to my generation! Most of us weren’t even born when the original came out,” James laughs. “Even cooler that I get to sing a Mary Mary song with Evvie during “Women’s History Month.” I hope music fans will think our cover is a worthy homage to the original.
“We really enjoy the fun. And we also aim to develop new artists for the future of the format,” adds Kris Love, senior director of national promotion for Centricity Music. “What better way to increase the joy on the radio than with two great young artists and an incredibly fresh take on a familiar, classic, happy song from 20 years ago!” »
Performing “Shackles (Praise You)” live at NewReleaseToday.com’s recent “We Love Christian Music Awards,” where he was nominated for New Artist/Group of the Year, James’ new single becomes his second release on AC radio after last year’s. Billboard Top 10 Hot AC/CHR Hit “Brand new.” “Brand New” not only received significant airplay across the country, but became James’ K-LOVE Radio Network debut. conceptual video. James also landed a Billboard #1 song as a contributing writer on the Courtney Ramirez track, “Who we are» and co-wrote his own Top 5 hit “Born Ready.”
In addition to singles, James has released two acclaimed, self-produced EPs, Mixtape, Side Awho unveiled a set of pop jams, and Mixtape, side B which highlights his acoustic sensibilities rooted in his masterful guitar skills and penchant for storytelling.
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