Hailing from the northern California town of Paradise, Brockton James has been a multi-instrumentalist since early childhood, and was involved with many musical activities throughout his school years. During high school, he played the electric bass with the school jazz band, which appeared at many events, including opening for jazz greats Maynard Ferguson and Buddy Rich. They also performed at the Disneyland 25th anniversary celebration in June of 1980.

James recorded his first record, a three-song E.P. in Sacramento, California, in 1983. Since then, he has been involved with numerous recording projects, not only on his own behalf, but for other artists as well.

James also has the gift of comedy! He has been involved with songs featured on the nationally-syndicated radio program, “The Dr. Demento Show,” one of which, a Christmas novelty tune, appeared on the CD, “Holidays in Dementia,” released by Rhino Records in 1995.