James F. Wright – Singer, Songwriter, Storyteller

Originally from Seattle, Washington, James F. Wright is a singer-songwriter with a voice both distinctive and deeply resonant. Known for his rare ability to express life’s emotions through music, James believes in the enduring power of storytelling through song. “A song that tells a story stays with you,” he says. “It resonates because you imprint your own life experiences onto it.” He’s driven by the belief that the right song can offer vision, healing, and hope—writing from a place shaped by faith, perseverance, and a profound appreciation for the human experience.

James’s music career spans decades, beginning with performances in downtown San Francisco hotels and restaurants. In the early ’90s, he entered a pivotal chapter in Nashville, working alongside producer Terry Choate and eventually becoming a 25-year member of the Nashville Chapter of the Recording Academy (NARAS). Deseret News critic Jerry Earl Johnston described him simply as “The Voice.”

Today, James calls Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley home, where he continues to perform and record with passion and purpose—often in collaboration with world-class guitarist and arranger Michael Dowdle. Together, they’ve created the Acoustic Café series, beginning with The First Set (2020) and followed by The Second Set (2022). These projects reflect his warm, heartfelt approach to classics of the ’60s and ’70s, reimagined through a lens of simplicity, elegance, and lived experience. Alongside these beloved classics, James also showcases compelling original material that reflects his distinctive voice and life perspective.

James is currently doing the best music of his career—embracing his voice, sharing his stories, and building a lasting musical legacy. The Third Set is in development and set for release in Fall 2025. Whether performing live at a winery or sharing a homemade video online, James lives by one guiding truth: life is best lived with a song in your heart.