The first time I witnessed Luke James perform as a solo artist, I remember saying to myself, “this kid got it.” Well, apparently every one else is finally seeing what I saw in 2010, including the Grammy Association committee, who just delivered him his first Grammy nomination for Best R&B Performance in “I Want You“.
Luke James is a smooth, sensual, and emotional singer, who draws plenty of reminiscence to the feel-good Motown sound. His sound conveys a nostalgic vibe and his stage show is griddy, heartfelt, and captivating.
Singersroom checked in with Luke to get an update on his new free project, Whispers In The Dark, his first Grammy nomination, picking females and much more.
Feedback During Live Shows…It’s amazing man, its just confirmation that it’s OK to be who I am. It gives me more of a great feeling to keep doing what I’ve been doing, cause you know, sometimes as an artist or a person, you may have doubts, especially when it comes to your art. It’s humbling. It definitely gives me more drive to keep going.
First Grammy Nomination…I’m f**king super excited [laughs]. Every day I’m able to express it more, but ultimately I’m thrilled, I’m surprised, but I’m grateful for the Grammy association committee for evening considering my talent, my gift.
Hearing About His Nomination…I was on my way to my lawyer’s house for Stacy Barthe’s album listening party because we share the same lawyer. The party had John Legend, Miley Cyrus, producers after producers; everybody was there. Soon as I came to the door, everybody was just yelling, ‘yo Grammy nominated’ and I’m like ‘what?’ I just wanted to go home and go to sleep because it was just too much; too surreal all at one time, but it was an amazing feeling.
New Single “Make Love to Me”…I didn’t actually write it, Ne-Yo wrote it with Salaam Remi. I couldn’t deny it, I write most of my stuff, but because it was a good record and I knew I could give it a feeling. I heard myself on it. It’s just a beautiful record, it just feels so good, it reminds me of those Babyface melodies, and George Michael vibes. I also love the message.
Listen to “Make Love to me”
Luke James…Soulful, experimental, spiritual, funky, very emotional, very dramatic. My music is my therapy. The music you hear that comes from me are basically pages out of my journal. When I’m on stage, I think I’m a bit more out of body though; I’m more expressive. Off stage I’m laid back, super humble.
His Music and Picking Up Females…If I was to get at a girl, the first thing I would do is try to make her laugh. If I could do that then I could spark something from there. Or I could just simply introduce my self or go up and give her a compliment. All she can do is say no.
New EP Whispers In The Dark…This was something that was compiled together. We’re basically going backwards. If my album would of came out this year then these would have been released next year. I just wanted to give the people something they can feel and I think it’s more insight into who I am. It’s giving my fans more of a feeling of what I’m coming with. They’re very personal records, they come from sensual moments in my life.
Upcoming Debut Album, Made to Love…Hopefully there will be some growth. The free music is like a bridge or trailers of what’s to come. I want people to be into me and hopefully I can become a necessity to them. I hope to make them feel good or get them turnt up or turn down; whatever they may need.
Joining The Pop Trend… It’s all music, it’s all R&B and it’s all Soul. You can’t really judge art; you can only say I don’t like that. What you don’t like, the next person may like, that song might do something for them.
2013…Doing more shows and touching more people. I’m also getting into the acting world; I’m learning and studying how to be great. Just live; try different things.
Remaining Humble…When your just good and kind to people that will take you farther than being an a**hole. I’ve learned to always have an open mind, listen, plus I’m surrounded by great people. For the fans, I hope that they can live through me and be happy.
In Five Years…2-3 more albums, more performing and getting to other aspects of entertainment. Maybe getting into movie scoring and playwriting and stuff like that.
Last Word…What I am doing is giving you something you can feel and I hope that you can feel it. My songs are personal whether I write them or just sing them.
Luke James is a name that has become synonymous with soulful music over the past few years. With his Grammy nomination for Best R&B Performance, Luke has solidified himself as an artist to watch out for in 2020 and beyond. In this exclusive interview, we dive into what it feels like to be nominated for such a prestigious award and how he remains humble despite all of his success. He also talks about picking up girls – and more! Get ready for an intimate look at one of today’s hottest artists!
The first thing you notice when talking to Luke James is just how down-to-earth he is. Despite having multiple hit singles and now being nominated for a Grammy Award, Luke still seems surprised by everything going on around him. When asked what it felt like upon finding out he was nominated, his response was simple: “It felt amazing!” He went on to say that he never expected something like this to happen so quickly but was incredibly grateful nonetheless.
Besides making hits, another aspect that makes Luke stand out from other artists are his interactions with fans – particularly women. Whether online or in person, Luke says that he loves meeting people who have been touched by his music. And yes – if the vibe is right – maybe even take things further than just conversation! On top of all this, though, Luke is determined to stay true to himself no matter how successful he becomes. It’s clear that there will be many more milestones ahead for this talented singer/songwriter!
Journey To Music Success
It’s been a long and winding road for Luke James. From his humble beginnings growing up in New Orleans to achieving international fame with hits like “I Want You” — he has come a long way. His hard work, dedication and resilience have paid off as he recently earned his first Grammy nomination. It was an exciting moment for the singer-songwriter who remains grounded even after finding success in music.
In this exclusive interview, we talked to Luke about his journey to becoming an acclaimed musician, the importance of remaining humble, and how he likes to pick up girls. He shared that it took a lot of perseverance to get where he is today but also credited help from mentors along the way. “I had great people around me helping me stay focused on my goal without getting too far away from myself,” he said.
He also discussed why it’s important not to forget your roots when you experience success. According to him, being able to connect with others through music doesn’t mean forgetting humility or letting arrogance overtake you: “Humility is something I try to keep no matter what kind of platform I’m on.” By staying true to himself and keeping those values intact, Luke is sure to remain successful in the industry for years to come.
Reflections On Life And Fame
When asked what advice he would give to aspiring musicians, Luke emphasized the importance of finding a mentor. “It’s very important for someone coming up in this business to find somebody that can guide them and help navigate through the industry,” he said. His experience has taught him that having someone who understands your goals and encourages you is key when it comes to achieving success.
In addition, Luke shared his thoughts on fame and how it affects people differently. He admitted that balancing life with being an artist isn’t always easy but believes it’s part of the journey. “You have to learn how to live with it — because if not, it will consume you,” he warned. By staying grounded and connected to his roots, Luke remains humble despite experiencing widespread recognition as one of today’s top R&B stars.
Overall, Luke James’ story serves as a reminder that hard work pays off and dreams do come true — if you’re willing to put in the effort. It takes dedication and determination but also requires surrounding yourself with people who support your vision and keep you focused on your ultimate goal. With a Grammy nomination under his belt now, there’s no doubt we’ll be hearing more from this talented artist in the near future!
Conclusion
I. Wrapping Up
It’s been an incredible journey for Luke James, and he is the first to recognize that success doesn’t come without a lot of hard work. From humble beginnings in New Orleans to his current status as a Grammy-nominated musician, it’s inspiring to see how he has remained focused on his craft while also learning life lessons along the way. He knows now that fame won’t always last forever but with his determination and drive, I’m sure we will continue hearing great music from him for years to come!
II. An Inspiration
Luke James continues to be an inspiration not just through his music but by staying true to himself despite all the temptations around him. His story serves as a reminder that no matter what our goals are, if we keep pushing forward and remain humble then anything is possible! It’s amazing to think about where Luke has come from and can only imagine what more lies ahead for him.
III. A Bright Future Ahead
As he enters this new chapter in his career after receiving his first Grammy nomination, there’s no telling what heights Luke James may reach over time. What matters most though is that he remains grounded in who he is and never loses sight of why it was important to pursue music in the first place; because it brings joy into people’s lives. We wish Luke much luck on all future endeavors and look forward to seeing what else he accomplishes moving forward!
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