James Berkeley
James Berkeley is a multifaceted UK-based instrumentalist, vocalist, and producer known for his vibrant blend of jazz, soul, and R&B. He established his reputation with his band Yakul, whose acclaimed live shows include a sold-out performance at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and international festival appearances, and has also released collaborative work such as the edbl & friends project.
James has worked extensively behind the scenes – co-writing and touring with celebrated jazz outfit Incognito (with residencies at iconic venues like Blue Note Tokyo and Milan) and collaborating with artists like Mereba, whose joint work has garnered over a million streams.
As a solo artist, he continues to push creative boundaries while sharing insights on music production and performance via online platforms.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Worked with artists like Incognito, Mereba, edbl, and more
- Performed at Jazz Cafe London, Ronnie Scott's, etc. with ex-band Yakul
- Featured on Spotify's Orbit, Lowkey, Sweet Soul Sunday, Spotify & Chill, etc.
- Added to Amazon Music's +44 R&B, Brand New Music, The High End, and more
- Supported on Apple's New in R&B, INDIY
- Airplay on BBC 1, Introducing, etc.
