Wide Open Country has premiered “Third Generation,” another track off Seth James’ forthcoming album “Good Life”! The track was written with Cody Canada and is inspired by Seth’s “frustration from watching family farms and ranches being lost to the newer generation”. Read more here and don’t forget to pre-order the album before its release on August 23rd!
Seth James Premieres Another new Track: "Third Generation"
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**Seth James** is a Texas-born guitarist, singer, and songwriter whose music lives at the intersection of blues, soul, and Americana. A longtime road warrior shaped by the Texas blues tradition, James built his reputation in clubs and dance halls across the Southwest, developing a style defined by sharp guitar work, relaxed vocal delivery, and songs rooted in groove and feel.
Over the course of his career he has released a series of well-regarded albums including *Different Hat* and *Good Life*. His 2023 release ***Lessons***, his first album on **Qualified Records**, reached **#1 on the Blues charts** and landed in the **Top 25 on the Americana charts**, introducing a wider audience to his blend of Texas soul and roots-driven songwriting.
His latest release, ***Motormouth***, continues that momentum. Produced by **multi-Grammy® winner Kevin McKendree**, the album features **Alice Spencer**, members of **The Time Jumpers**, and a lineup of Nashville and Austin’s finest musicians. The record leans into deep grooves, soulful guitar tones, and confident songwriting—capturing the spirit of James’ live performances while expanding his sound in the studio.
A working musician at heart, Seth James continues to tour actively across Texas and beyond, bringing a seasoned band, a road-tested catalog, and a modern take on classic blues and roots music to every stage.