Kris James Unveils New Album, Pixelated Heart
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Kris James' new record, Pixelated Heart, is the singer's most defiant and vulnerable to date. A deeply personal body of work, the record captures the highs and lows of love and life - encapsulating James' poise as a songwriter and performer.
Written alongside longtime collaborator Stewart Boyle, Pixelated Heart pairs bold pop production with lyrical honesty. From euphoric highs to heartache and self-discovery, the album positions James as a distinctive voice in contemporary pop, blending polished hooks with raw emotion.
For James, Pixelated Heart represents a full-circle moment. As he looks back at his career so far, this record reminds him of the fulfillment of that inner child self - something that reminds us to keep dreaming. Speaking about the dream that has carried him through, Kris shares: “When I was a little boy, they’d ask me, ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ I’d say, ‘A singer.’ They’d laugh, roll their eyes, and ask again, ‘No, but seriously?’ I never changed my answer. While my schoolmates changed dreams every month; fireman, astronaut, soldier - I held on to mine like it was stitched into my bones. And now, here we are. So to everyone listening: chase the thing that won’t let you go. Do what makes your heart beat louder. Because the truth is, if you love it, it never feels like work. Thank you for letting me live my dream.”
James' journey in music has been personal from the very start. Growing up in Liverpool, his early affinity for soul music, performing classics like Otis Redding’s Dock of the Bay, laid the foundation for his expressive songwriting. He spent his formative years honing his craft, driven by a vision to share his stories through music. Reflecting on his path, James recalls his parents’ mixed reactions to his chosen career, from his father’s initial reluctance to his mother’s unwavering encouragement, summed up in her words: “If you can do that, you can do anything.”
James’ recent projects include the multilingual release of his single “Forever Forever” and the most recent release “Hold On” - available in English, Japanese, German, French, and Spanish. This multilingual approach highlights his versatility and dedication to connecting with an international audience. His collaboration with the AI song translation startup, sipher.io, leverages cutting-edge generative models to maintain the emotional depth and lyrical integrity of his songs across different languages. Beyond music, James is also the founder of Amanzzo, a luxury sustainable menswear brand.
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