James Lascelles, has been performing music from his CD’s ASPECTS OF JOY and latest release GLASSHOUSES at gigs and festivals around the country which have all been very well received. A mix of World music, Folk, Jazz, Latin and Anglo-Caribbean grooves, the James Lascelles Quartet comprises 4 highly skilled seasoned professionals who take us on a musical journey around the world and back. James Lascelles (Keyboards, Dulcimer, Melodica & Percussion) is joined by former bandmates from the legendary Breakfast Band, Richard Bailey (Drums & Percussion) and Kuma Harada (Bass & Guitar), Tim Herniman (Sax & Violin) makes up the Quartet.
Plus special guest appearances by Bud Beadle (Saxes and Flutes) Mikey Bailey (Bass) David Ola (Drums & Talking Drum) Michael Curtis Ruiz (Bass) GT Moore (Guitar, Vocal & Tin Whistle) and Noel McCalla (Vocals).
The Quartet have honed their skills over the decades working with some of the biggest names in music including: Frank Zappa, Joan Armatrading, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, L Shankar, Jeff Beck, Steve Winwood, Van Morrison, Billy Ocean, Mick Taylor and Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel. Currently inviting bookings for gigs and festivals worldwide James is presently working on his next project James Lascelles' Talking Spirits a taste of which is presented here to Womex21.