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Three Solo Artists, Two Hit Shows, and One New Band Named Texas Hill

Sharing the spotlight instead of trying to steal it, the three members of new country group Texas Hill all have roots in reality shows. Longtime viewers may remember Craig Wayne Boyd and Adam Wakefield from The Voice, as well as Casey James from American Idol. Read More Here

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BABY MAKES FIVE FOR CASEY JAMES AND HIS WIFE KELLI

It’s a girl for Casey James and his wife Kelli! The singer announced the arrival of their third child on Tuesday (10/15) with a collection of photos on Instagram.

“She’s here and she’s perfect. Jocelyn Emery James. Born Monday night Oct 7th. 9.5 lbs 22 inches. I made it to her delivery with about 30 min to spare. God is good! My wife @kellijames_ is a rockstar. Read More Here

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The terrible twos never looked as cute as they do with this country music baby

It’s obvious. We’re partial to country music babies. Truth be told, we just love all babies. Sweet, innocent and innately cute, when country stars share photos of their babies on social media, our day is pretty much made. So thanks to Casey James for bringing us a double dose of sunshine with his cutie-patooties! READ MORE HERE

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'American Idol' Alum Casey James Welcomes Second Child

The American Idol alum announced Sunday that he had become the proud father of son Maverick Pierce, posting a photo of the infant on Instagram. READ MORE HERE

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“American Idol” notes: Casey James interview

So now he’s embracing the blues, his first love. Sure, it’s a far smaller pond to be in but he hopes enough of his fans from country and “Idol” days will jump over and give him a shot to make a living in that world. READ MORE HERE

COUNTRY, ROCK, BLUES, BLUEGRASS AND GOSPEL ARTISTS "ALL COME TOGETHER" FOR HURRICANE RELIEF 

 New Song and Music Video Features John Berry, John Oates (Hall & Oates), John Cowan (Doobie Brothers), Keb Mo, Heidi Newfield (Trick Pony), Chuck Jones, Dave Innis & Paul Gregg (Restless Heart), Casey James (American Idol), Collin Raye, 

Bryan White, Mike Farris and Darin & Brooke Aldridge READ MORE HERE

 

Casey James performs Hard Times, Heartaches, and Scars on the Hard Rock Stage during Today in Nashville. WSMV 

Casey James Celebrates ‘Big Day’ at Nashville’s City Winery. 

Casey James had a really good day on Friday. News broke that he signed with APA Agency, he released a new album and he played his album release show at Nashville’s City Winery. READ MORE HERE

Casey James talks new studio album 'Strip It Down,' new daughter


"I'm literally re-introducing myself and while I'm super proud of my first record, this record is a new beginning since there were no compromises on any level. What you hear is exactly is what I wanted to create," he further added. "It doesn't get any better." READ MORE HERE

Casey James Set To Release New Album, Strip It Down, June 9  

Singer/songwriter and multi-format innovator Casey James is set to release Strip It Down, a rich collection of blues and smoky soul that is a deeply personal reflection of the former “American Idol” finalist and Texas-born roots rocker, on June 9. READ MORE HERE. 

 

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Which Former 'American Idol' & 'Voice' Contestants Have Formed a Country Power Trio? Exclusive

It’s a match made in reality singing show heaven: The Voice season seven winner Craig Wayne Boyd, season 10 runner up Adam Wakefield  and American Idolseason nine’s third-place finalist Casey James  have joined together to form country trio Texas Hill. Read More Here

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Casey James raising funds for next album with Kickstarter

James, who was the third place finisher on season 9 of American Idol,  released his first album as an independent artist back in 2017 after a split from Sony Nashville.  Strip It Down was made possible because of Kickstarter, and so Casey has returned to the fan-backed route to release his next album. The All or Nothing campaign ends on July 1.

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BLUES ROCK REVIEW

Casey James is back with Strip It Down, an appropriately titled album given the raw and rooted songs it contains. Strip It Down is a danceable album that is truly blues at its core. This album is the perfect soundtrack for any party or car ride, alone or with a group. Read More Here

Casey James talks new studio album 'Strip It Down,' new daughter

Singer-songwriter Casey James chatted with me about his new studio album "Strip It Down." which will be released on June 9. READ MORE HERE
 

The 10 Best Casey James Songs

Casey James came into our hearts, and onto our playlists, when he placed third on American Idol. Since then, the Texas native has come a long way musically. READ MORE HERE. 

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TOM JOHNSTON, CASEY JAMES, CHARLIE WORSHAM, AND JOHN COWAN PERFORM AT NSAI’S 23RD ANNUAL TIN PAN SOUTH

The evening showcase, presented by BMI, was reunion of sorts for the four musicians. James and Worsham are both featured on The Doobie Brother’s latest collaborative album, Southbound, while Cowan has spent the past five years as a bassist and background vocalist for The Doobie Brothers. READ MORE HERE

IDOL CHATTER & VOICE VIEWS

Looks like Casey James fans will be getting a new album in the not-too-distant future. The third-place finisher on Season 9 of American Idol is in the midst of a Kickstarter campaign for fund a new independent album. And with about a week left in that campaign, he's already well exceeded his initial goal of $30,000. READ MORE HERE

 

CASEY JAMES WELCOMES NEW BABY GIRL 

Casey James opened his arms to welcome a new lady into his life just in time for Valentine's Day. The singer is a new dad to a baby girl, and he shared the news via a photo on Instagram in which he's snuggling her, complete with a heart-eyes emoji. READ MORE HERE