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One voice is all it takes. The right vocalist can make you fall in love at first listen, elicit tears, or bring you back to a different era altogether. A microphone and a stage remain the only necessities. That holds true for New York-based singer and songwriter Morgan James. On her full-length debut for Epic Records, Hunter, she casts an unbreakable spell with a powerhouse voice equally inspired by smoky soul, swaggering R&B, theatrical swing, and a virtuosic classical poise. The Idaho native discovered her passion for music early on and pursued it wholeheartedly at the prestigious Juilliard School. While in the midst of the institution's rigorous academic program, she soon realized that her path would diverge from the classical world. "I didn't want a career in opera, but Juilliard still shaped me," she confesses. "The traditional training really made me a disciplined singer. I carry that with me to this day." After graduating, Morgan spent the next few years facing the proverbial struggles of being a young artist in New York. Low on money, she bounced back and forth between bartending and restaurant gigs while fighting to survive. Immersed in classic sixties and seventies soul records, she concurrently experienced a pivotal revelation. "Out of that frustration came this other voice," she says. "It was my true voice, and I feel like I discovered it in the middle of so much hardship just trying to be heard. I embraced who I was at that very moment." Soon, she would be heard in a big way. In 2008, Morgan booked her first Broadway show—appearing in The Addams Family alongside Nathan Lane, as well as in prominent and leading roles in Wonderland, Godspell (Turn Back, O Man), and Berry Gordy's Motown The Musical as Teena Marie. The latter set the stage for her to properly launch her solo career. Gordy recognized the vocalist's immense talent, and introduced her to Doug Morris and L.A. Reid, opening the door for a deal with Epic Records in 2012. Around the same time, Morgan booked a landmark show at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, where she paid tribute to Nina Simone with a set of songs that were closely associated with the legendary artist. The incendiary show was recorded and released as the critically acclaimed Morgan James Live on Epic Records. It also proved to be the perfect segue for her first studio album, released in June of 2014. "I always knew to make a neo-soul pop record," Morgan says. "The foundation is all real ingredients, and those roots of soul and R&B are pretty strong. It's the culmination of my musical life up to this point. The painful songs are straight out of a bad relationship with someone from my past. The joyful moments are wonderful memories. It's all coming from me. I've lived every one of these stories, and I love the genres I'm representing. It's one point-of-view—mine." The title track and album opener "Hunter" boasts a seductive hook with cinematic noir flair. Flaunting the singer's immense delivery and dynamic presence, it's an undeniable and classy come-on that proves as animalistic as it does magnetic. "From a woman's perspective, it's such an empowering and sexy song," she smiles. "It totally makes me feel like a warrior! Music is so sensual and life-affirming. That's what I look for. You don't often see a girl take this position, and that's what I love about it!" Morgan assumed co-writing duties on eight of the collection's fourteen tracks and even performed all of her own background vocals and harmonies. From the empowering farewell of "Fed Up On You" to the mournful rumination of "You Never Lied", she continually bares it all—both emotionally and musically. "I sing like I'm never going to sing ever again," Morgan affirms. "I wanted to capture that power and passion every time. At some moments, it might sound flawless; at others, it might sound like it's going to break. I'm revealing something about myself with every song. You've got to do that. My favorite artists, whether Joni Mitchell or Michael Jackson, are and were, always honest." There's a unique structure to the album. The first five songs boast electronic elements, while the last six don't have any. "There's a gradient of the record that goes down," she says. "By the time you get to the last song, it's just piano and voice. It starts with a song about power and ego, and it ends on one about surrender and selflessness. I have all of that in me. Maybe we all do." Ultimately, her honesty permeates everything that Morgan James does, and it's why you'll always remember her voice. "I want people to walk away from this album feeling fulfilled. That's the way it used to be. Often, I think I'm from another time,” she says, her voice trailing off. “I just want to bring back the power of the singular legacy voice."
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Pop, R&b, Soul
Morgan James is just such a talented performer. What a voice - what a range! Do not know why the whole city was not lined up to see her but glad they were not as it was great to hear this friendly, natural and unpretentious performer in an intimate space. Band was very good too but I would happily pay to see Ms. James with just her very talented husband or just with a piano - she is so good. Only wish the sh0w could have had 2 sets. Bring her back- soon!
Fox Cabaret Vancouver, BCMorgan James live show was fantastic. Everyone did a Great Great Great Job. I'm looking forward to more shows even if it allows me to travel. I'm also looking forward to more live streams as well. Morgan has so much talent I just can't put it into words. I loved the Standing Ovation at the end. BRAVO to all of you. Sarah Gooch you inspire me as well. I love drums, bass, and piano. Keep Shining Yall.
Live Stream Live StreamShe has an amazing voice and a great stage presence. Although she did a few too many Xmas songs it really did not matter because it was a pleasure just to listen to her. I have never heard a polished voice that could still make you feel the blues when she it was sung, but she did just that. Wow, a great show and I can't wait to see her again. Rated: A+
City Winery Atlanta Atlanta, GAFirst time seeing Morgan in person. Her and the band exceeded all of my very high expectations. Without exaggeration, one of the highlights of my concert going experiences, and literally no one, anywhere, that I would rather seen. Morgan doesn't just have the talent, beauty, training... she also has the X factor. And the Y. And the Z. Her JOY comes through in every number, and it is contagious.
Hermann's Upstairs Lounge Victoria, BCWhat a voice! Doug and the whole band were awesome, he can make the guitar sing too. The keyboard player and drummer were on fire! Morgan interacted with the audience very well. Makes me want to see her again and again! The VIP experience was the way to go, even met her dogs! Truly worth the wait to see her.
04 Center Austin, TXYes, Morgan James is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming Morgan James concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Morgan James tour is scheduled for 17 dates across 10 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
Morgan James is scheduled to play 17 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
Morgan James's tour starts Mar 21, 2026 and ends on Sep 18, 2026. They will play 10 cities; their most recent concert was held in Everett at Historic Everett Theatre and their next upcoming concert will be in Minneapolis at Dakota.
As part of the Morgan James tour, Morgan James is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
