James Harman

1. Artist Header

Artist name: James Harman
Country / region: United States
Active years: 1960s–2010s
Primary role(s): Singer, harmonica player, songwriter, bandleader

2. Overview

James Harman was an American blues singer and harmonica player. He was active as a performer and recording artist for several decades and released albums under his own name as well as with band projects. Harman was based primarily in the United States and remained active on the blues circuit until the later years of his life.

3. Style and Genre (Established Terms Only)

Primary genres:

Blues

Associated styles:

West Coast blues
Electric blues
Rhythm and blues

Instrumentation:

Harmonica
Vocals
Electric guitar
Bass
Drums

Notes:
Harman’s recordings are rooted in postwar electric blues traditions, particularly West Coast blues. His work features harmonica- and vocal-led ensemble arrangements supported by standard electric blues rhythm sections.

4. Career Outline (Factual Timeline)

Born in the United States and began performing professionally in the 1960s
Worked as a singer and harmonica player in blues bands before forming his own groups
Released albums under his own name beginning in the late 1970s
Recorded for independent blues labels
Continued touring and recording through the 2000s and 2010s