About James Skelly
Born 1980. James Skelly is a British songwriter and guitarist.
James Alexander Skelly (born 16 August 1980) is an English musician who is the frontman of The Coral. He embarked on a solo career when the band went on indefinite hiatus in 2012. The band regrouped in 2015. Skelly is the cousin of fellow musician Miles Kane.
Skelly released his debut solo album, Love Undercover, in June 2013 on Skeleton Key Records, a label he co-founded with Neville Skelly and brother Ian. Skelly was backed by The Intenders, made up of Ian Skelly, Paul Duffy, Nick Power, and former members of Tramp Attack and The Sundowners. Skelly has also gone into record production, working with artists including Blossoms, She Drew The Gun, Cut Glass Kings (previously The Circles), and The Sundowners.
Discography
Albums Love Undercover (June 2013), Skeleton Key Records
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Who is James Skelly?
musical artist
When was James Skelly born?
James Skelly was born on 16 October 1980 in Birkenhead.
What is James Skelly's occupation?
James Skelly is a songwriter and guitarist.
What nationality is James Skelly?
James Skelly is British.
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