Colton James- Photo Credit: Chelsea Thompson
Artist Name: Colton James
Hometown: Portsmouth, VA
What project(s) are you currently working on?
The projects that I am currently working on are finishing the new album, the new TV show “Reel Water Cowboy,” and working on our nonprofit organization Land 4 Heroes, which will help aid our veterans.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music and when did you know?
I got a lot of my musical inspiration from both my grandmothers, my mother, and those awesome rides to the fishing hole with my dad listening to classic country music.
If you weren’t pursuing a career in music, what would you be doing for a living?
If I was not pursuing a music career, I would definitely be doing something in the hunting and fishing world as a professional guide.
What is your favorite downtime activity?
My favorite downtime activities are spending time with my family, and of course, writing new songs hunting and fishing enjoying all God has given us on this earth!
Who is your biggest celebrity crush?
My biggest celebrity crush is Jennifer Aniston.
Who is your favorite sports team(s)?
My favorite sports team is the Dallas Cowboys.
What is the last movie that you watched?
The last movie that I watched was the twin towers about 9/11.
What is the last album you listened to?
The last album I listened to was Chris Stapleton.
If you could only listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be?
If I could only listen to one album for the rest of my life, it would be George Strait‘s Greatest Hits.
What is the greatest country song of all time?
I think one of the greatest country songs of all time is Ronnie Milsap‘s Stranger In My House.
What has been your favorite city/town that you’ve visited out on the road?
One of my favorite cities while playing out on the road I would have to say is Key West in Florida.
What is your favorite meal?
My favorite meal is definitely a seafood platter.
Who is your dream duet partner?
My dream duet partner I would have to say would be Ronnie Dunn for male, and for female, Shania Twain.
Who would you like to go on tour with?
I would like to go on tour with Jason Aldean.
What is your ultimate career goal(s)?
Some of my career goals are to touch people around the world with my music and put smiles on their faces. I want to leave them with a lifetime of memories, to make a difference in so many lives with our veterans and first responders nonprofit organization, and to help other people’s dreams come true!