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James Deem
Powerpop / Rock / Indie

a lot of vocals, guitars, and a whole lot of hooks



CHARLOTTE, North Carolina
United States

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Member Since3/6/2006
Band Websitejamesdeem.com
Band MembersJames Deem - vocals & bass
David Reber - drums
Rob Reber - guitar
Influences

Top 5:
The Beatles, Cheap Trick,
Jeff Lynne, Rush, and
Rick Springfield

Others:
Jon Auer, Badfinger, Big Star, BoDeans, Boston, Glen Burtnik, The Cars, Chris Cornell, Del Amitri, Dream Theater, Electric Light Orchestra, Jason Falkner, Fountains of Wayne, Green Day, George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, Jellyfish, The Kinks, Kiss, The Knack, Led Zeppelin, John Lennon, Roger Joseph Manning Jr., Paul McCartney, Myracle Brah, Nirvana, Pink Floyd, The Posies, The Producers, Ramones, Raspberries, Todd Rundgren, Sloan, The Smithereens, Jill Sobule, Ringo Starr, Ken Stringfellow, Styx, Matthew Sweet, U2, Butch Walker, Weezer, The Who, XTC, and Yes

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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 25 2009 7:00P
RiverGate Charlotte, North Carolina
Aug 14 2009 7:00P
Promenade on Providence Charlotte, North Carolina
Aug 22 2009 7:00P
RiverGate Charlotte, North Carolina
Sep 5 2009 7:00P
RiverGate Charlotte, North Carolina
Sep 24 2009 5:30P
Charlotte Pop Fest 2009 Charlotte, North Carolina
Sep 25 2009 4:00P
Charlotte Pop Fest 2009 Charlotte, North Carolina
Sep 26 2009 12:00P
Charlotte Pop Fest 2009 Charlotte, North Carolina

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Podcast 26 - Featuring The Knack, The Posies, Jellyfish, The Spongetones, and Ed James  (view more)

Roger Joseph Manning Jr. at Charlotte Pop Fest  (view more)

Jill Sobule at Charlotte Pop Fest  (view more)

Download my new song "Dear God"  (view more)

Why are you using Charlotte Pop Fest to raise awareness for science education?  (view more)

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   About James Deem

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In 2007 I released an album of 10 original songs. On it I play acoustic and electric guitars, keyboards, and sing lead and background vocals. The project was produced and recorded by North Carolina-native Jamie Hoover (The Spongetones) at Hooverama@Liquid Studios in Charlotte, NC. Jamie is also featured playing acoustic and electric guitars, bass guitar, drums, and singing background vocals.

Five of my original songs ("I'm Not Over You," "It Stands to Reason," "The Way She Loves Me," "I Hear Your Heart Calling" and "On the Way to Paradise") and 2 covers ("Definite Door" originally written and recorded by The Posies and "Dear God" originally written and recorded by XTC) have been played on various radio shows/stations:

Divakar Shukla's 90 Minutes on WEND in Charlotte, NC;
Adam Waltemire's Pop Garden Radio on WMEL in Melbourne, FL;
Michael McCartney's The Time Machine on KEAO/KONI/KPMW/KTOH in Hawaii;
Sue Miller's Beat Crazy on WAPS in Akron-Canton, OH;
Charlie Saber's Rock and Pop Soufflé on WRUW in Cleveland, OH;
Craig Leve's Snap, Crackle, Pop! on KWVA in Eugene, OR;
Alan Haber's Pure Pop Radio Show on WEBR in Fairfax, VA; and
Gérard Girard's Pop Dreams on Radio Dio in Saint-Etienne, France.

Podcast:

I hosted 22 podcasts to help promote Charlotte Pop Fest. Each episode featured a different artist/band that performed at Charlotte Pop Fest. You can subscribe via iTunes or download/stream each episode in MP3-format at www.charlottepopfest.com.

Booking/EPK:

I'm currently available to perform with my band (featuring David Reber on drums, and Rob Reber on guitar) or solo acoustic to cater to a variety of venues and audiences. We play original music, penned by myself, in addition to a growing catalog of cover songs from artists popular in the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and today.

Contact: James Deem
Phone: (704) 575-1077
E-mail: james@jamesdeem.com

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Chris English





Jun 13 2009 2:00 PM

Great cover of Dear God. I love XTC and had the pleasure of meeting them when I lived in LA as a friend of mine was producing Oranges and Lemons. We should get together over a pint sometime. We know a lot of the same folks and share many of the same influences. Cheers, Chris (aka Chris Pittman)
Splitsville





May 1 2009 8:17 PM

Saw your post on Auditees about the Dear God cover. Ace! Well done.

Homonym Girl





May 1 2009 8:16 PM

"Dear God" sounds great! That's always been one of my favorite XTC songs. You rule!! See you soon.
:-)
Susan





Apr 15 2009 2:45 PM

Nice to meet you -
I really like the music on your page!
Cinema Goddess





Nov 25 2008 2:53 AM

Hey James, just dropping by to say hi! Hope you have a great Thanksgiving.
When's your next gig?
The Smith Bros.





Oct 24 2008 10:33 PM

Hey James, Hope all is well with you - have a great weekend and stop by and say hi when you get the chance.
Mike
Tez





Sep 27 2008 8:27 PM

JD, thanks for your great music and for all your hard work this spring to bring the music community together for the POP Fest at Alley Cat!! You are on MY TOP 15 favorite artists this week! Can't wait til the Dec POP Fest.... :) Tez
The Speeds





Sep 11 2008 9:23 PM

wow. AWESOME stuff, man. thanks for finding us, fellow powerpopper.
rock on!
The Smith Bros.





Sep 5 2008 5:58 PM

Hey James,
Just wanted to stop by and say hi! Have a great weekend and stop by when you get the chance.
Mike
The vinyl strangers





Aug 21 2008 2:11 PM

You love the Producers, too? What's he got...that I ain't got? Joe G.
blaine





Aug 19 2008 12:47 AM

Hi Sir! Hope all is well. Just saying hello.
b in Tampa
The Smith Bros.





Aug 11 2008 11:01 PM

Hi James,
just stopped by to say hi - have a great week!
Mike
The Smith Bros.





Jul 8 2008 2:07 AM

James,
You are a great musician, an awesome singer, a phenemenal organizer for pop festivals, and that doesn't even begin to describe who you are as James Deem. You are truly a CLASS ACT and it has been an honor and priviledge to work with you - thanks really doesn't sum it up very well - but it was an amazing experience. I really hope we get to work together again!
Mike & TSB
Barry Holdship





Jul 7 2008 3:54 PM

Thanks for everything James. It was cool hanging in rainy, humid Charlotte. We had a ball.

Great meeting you & all the other cool people.

Best of luck,

Barry
Homonym Girl





Jul 7 2008 5:51 AM

I second Ed. What a fantastic time it was!!! Can we go ahead and start planning next year? Please, please, please?!?

:-)

Really, thanks for putting this whole thing together. It was absolutely great, to say the very least.
Ed James





Jul 6 2008 1:54 AM

James....great job on the Popfest. I thoroughly enjoyed myself. And, I'm sure I'm not the only one.

Thanks,

Ed
Nizara





Jul 2 2008 5:25 AM

That Charlotte pop fest looks like a lot of fun. Wish I could be there, I've never been to that part of the country. Summer has, she tells me it's great.
Barry Holdship





May 24 2008 9:18 PM

Thanks for everything James. Really enjoyed our chat the other eve.

Looking forward to the fourth.

Best,

Barry
blaine





May 8 2008 12:17 AM

Hi James,
Hope you are well. I am still here. I got to go see Todd Rundgren a few weeks ago in Orlando. Actually got to meet him, and the band. Now my goal is to make it back to Charlotte and see you before th years end. Take care! Looks like gigs are plentiful!
blaine
michelle





Apr 14 2008 7:40 PM

Hey DH,(the good one)
That was too bizarre listening to your interview on Maui airwaves. It was so cool that you should post the audio. I will have to get over your reference to an old love interest. I knew I didn't like that song :)
You realize I am the DW right?
Slippery Rails





Apr 14 2008 7:17 PM

Thanks for the add! Trying to work my way through your podcasts, great job on some great bands!
The Smith Bros.





Mar 6 2008 3:08 AM

Hey James,
Just wanted to stop by and say thanks again for the opportunity to play at the upcoming Pop Fest and for the interview a few days ago. Had a great time talking with you guys and look forward to meeting you in person in July! Have a great night and speak with you soon!
Mike
John [Lindy Dobbins]





Mar 2 2008 5:50 PM

James,
It was great meeting you! I thought you guys rocked! Good times and I look forward to doing it again soon!

John
Lindy Dobbins & the Red Velvet Manx





Mar 1 2008 7:28 PM

Hi, James!

We had a great time last night at SK Net; thanks again for having us. Y'all sounded great, too. Can't wait for the Pop Fest!
Mel Santiago





Feb 29 2008 2:45 PM

Hi James, thanks for your friendship.
Have a great weekend.
Warm wishes from the Philippines.
Stay in touch.
Rock on!

Mel
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