James Berkeley

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A multifaceted artist with a creative drive like no other, instrumentalist, vocalist and producer James Berkeley has established himself within the UK jazz, soul and R&B scenes through his many musical endeavours. From garnering a reputation for an impressive live show with his band Yakul to more behind-the-scenes work producing and writing for artists, now James spreads his wings as a solo artist with his upcoming project alongside prolific collaborator, edbl.

James has worked extensively with celebrated jazz veterans Incognito, even co-writing multiple tracks on their album Tomorrow’s New Dream and touring with the band with residencies at Tokyo and Milan’s famous Blue Note, before certifying a prominence on the jazz scene when Yakul sold out Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in 2022. His collaboration with R&B songstress Mereba reached over a million streams preceding Yakul’s 2021 debut album Rise Indigo.

An ambitious and avid songwriter, James stands firm that great ideas come through trust and passion for the craft - while welcoming inspiration in all its forms. With a flair for lush and complex harmonies and a matchless falsetto, complemented by emotive jazz piano voicings and a soft spot for analog synths, the consistent nurturing of creativity is James’ driving force. James also takes pride in sharing his process and advice for musicians via Twitch and YouTube, allowing him to utilise over a decade navigating the music industry to help others find their way too.

Top tracks

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you couldn't stay for long
James Berkeley
you couldn’t stay for long
03:16
05
What's Good?
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
03:58
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four leaf clover
James Berkeley
peach ice tea
02:36
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Flyin’
James Berkeley
Flyin’
02:29

Playlists

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  • Discography
Albums
(P) 2022 edbl recordings
14-10-2022
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
01
Intro
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
00:48
02
Waiting Line
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
03:25
03
Just The Same
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
03:37
04
Back To May
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
03:31
05
What's Good?
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
03:58
06
Outro
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
00:34
07
Come Over (Bonus Track)
edbl
edbl & friends - James Berkeley
02:54
EPs
(P) 2025 James Berkeley
13-06-2025
beech tree
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beech tree
James Berkeley
beech tree
03:04
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you couldn't stay for long
James Berkeley
beech tree
03:16
03
peach ice tea
James Berkeley
beech tree
03:37
04
four leaf clover
James Berkeley
beech tree
02:36
05
just how it goes
James Berkeley
beech tree
03:14
(P) 2025 James Berkeley
23-05-2025
you couldn’t stay for long
01
you couldn't stay for long
James Berkeley
you couldn’t stay for long
03:16
02
peach ice tea
James Berkeley
you couldn’t stay for long
03:37
03
four leaf clover
James Berkeley
you couldn’t stay for long
02:36
04
just how it goes
James Berkeley
you couldn’t stay for long
03:14
(P) 2024 yada yada
23-08-2024
feeling something, more or less
01
Don't Matter
James Berkeley
feeling something, more or less
02:41
02
Easier
James Berkeley
feeling something, more or less
03:39
03
A Hundred Times
James Berkeley
feeling something, more or less
03:49
04
The Otherside
James Berkeley
feeling something, more or less
03:15
05
Before You're Gone
James Berkeley
feeling something, more or less
02:38
(P) 2023 yada yada
13-10-2023
Little Things
01
Better Off
James Berkeley
Little Things
02:38
02
Lost
James Berkeley
Little Things
03:08
03
Run Through My Mind
James Berkeley
Little Things
02:55
04
Lately
James Berkeley
Little Things
02:43
05
Slow It Down
James Berkeley
Little Things
03:37
Singles
(P) 2025 James Berkeley
25-04-2025
peach ice tea
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peach ice tea
James Berkeley
peach ice tea
03:37
02
four leaf clover
James Berkeley
peach ice tea
02:36
03
just how it goes
James Berkeley
peach ice tea
03:14
(P) 2025 James Berkeley
07-03-2025
just how it goes
01
just how it goes
James Berkeley
just how it goes
03:14
(P) 2025 James Berkeley
31-01-2025
Flyin’
01
Flyin’
James Berkeley
Flyin’
02:29
(P) 2024 James Berkeley
29-11-2024
Easy Days
01
Easy Days
James Berkeley
Easy Days
03:46
(P) 2024 yada yada
19-07-2024
Easier
01
Easier
James Berkeley
Easier
03:39
(P) 2024 yada yada
14-06-2024
A Hundred Times
01
A Hundred Times
James Berkeley
A Hundred Times
03:49
℗ 2023 Orla Rae Berry
30-05-2024
richest girl
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richest girl
Orla Rae
richest girl
03:27
Writer: Orla Rae - James Matthew Berkeley - Orla Rae Berry / Composers: Orla Rae Berry - Orla Rae
(P) 2024 yada yada
10-05-2024
Don't Matter
01
Don't Matter
James Berkeley
Don't Matter
02:41
(P) 2024 edbl recordings
26-01-2024
blame on me
01
blame on me
Karum Cooper
blame on me
03:26
(P) 2023 yada yada
15-09-2023
Lost
01
Lost
James Berkeley
Lost
03:08