“James O'Malley's performance proved once again, why I believe seeing him live should be on everyone's bucket list.”...Walter Noller
James O’Malley is a hugely talented lyricist and musician who writes knowingly of life’s foibles, triumphs and defeats. He delivers his songs in a subtle, whispering tenor that completely draws the listener into the story he is telling. Considered by many to be the consummate songwriter, O’Malley's songs take the listener on an emotional journey exploring family, relationships, human nature and the contemplation of life's choices. Critics praise the New York area artist’s warm melodies, story-telling abilities and his way of charming audiences. O'Malley's songs are universal, often written with a subtle humor.
Pete Seeger wrote... "Thanks for the song, James!"
Living in Center Moriches, NY, and born in Brooklyn, NY, his influences go from Pete Seeger to Laura Nyro...from Tim Hardin to Mickey Newbury. He learned his fingerpicking basics from folk guitarist, Eric Darling.
"There is real eloquence here...a gifted songwriter poised at the threshold of a loftier position in the ranks of American singer-songwriters." Ralph DiGennaro
James has performed alongside and 'on the bill' with The Mountin Maidens, Iain Matthews, Pat Wictor, Janis Ian, Little Toby Walker, Cheryl Praksher, Chuck Pyle, The Kennedys, Richard Shindell, Cheryl Wheeler, Louise Taylor, Jack Williams, Pete Kennedy, and in years gone by, Tim Hardin, Harry Chapin, Jack Hardy, David Bromberg and Ry Cooder
Sing Out! Magazine... "James O'Malley casts his singer-songwriter net wider than your average songsmith
James is a veteran performer, having graced the legendary stages of Folk City, Cafe Wha?, The Bitter End, Speakeasy, Carnegie Recital Hall, PostCrypt Cafe, Huntington Folk Festival, Stephen Talkhouse, Vail-Levitt Hall, as well as, The Cutting Room, Our Times Coffee House, Hard Luck Cafe, The Brokerage, The Brookhaven Center, Grounds and Sounds Coffee House, The Eclectic Cafe, The Spirit Cafe and numerous, folk festivals, house concerts and radio stations throughout the area.
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Ivyland (2025) - The Writer Remains (2015) - Tales To Tell (2009)
If Only In My Dreams (2004) - I'm Ready (2001) ****************************************************************************************
