Meet The Performers: James Alexander Adkins
On June 12th, Fusion and Co will be hosting their second I heart R&B show that will be taking place at Soundbar located in downtown Orlando, Fl. There will be seven talented R&B artists taking the stage; and giving all the vibes of rhythm, blues, soul, and love. James Alexander Adkins will be one out of the seven artists. The artist is known as a drummer in the Orlando scene but has now taken his vocal talent more seriously. Back in 2019, Adkins was on a joint project, Only Legendary Attempts, which includes his song Overthinking. I love the vocals on this single. It's very calming and subtle. His sound can be compared to the likes of Giveon or 6lack. I can't wait to hear more work from this creator.
James Alexander Adkins is a 26-year-old Contemporary R&B singer/songwriter/musician with the ‘Consistency’ and ‘Keys’ to be a driving force in the music industry. Hailing from Orlando, FL, Adkins invokes an eccentric style and voice that sets him apart from others in his lane. Adkins has gained local fame as an accomplished Drummer in the city of Orlando, playing alongside other notable musicians. As well as his part in the Conglomerate, a Jazz Fusion Band, heating up the Orlando music scene.
Adkins was introduced to the music world when he appeared on three songs off the album, Any Given Phriday by independent artist, Keith Phelps. The biggest of those songs being, “Consistency” a sultry, smooth R&B record that finds Adkins expressing his unfiltered, stripped-away feelings to his significant other. “Consistency” currently sits on all streaming platforms including Apple Music, Tidal, Spotify & SoundCloud with over 10,000 streams.
Get to know James Alexander Adkins more down below...
💛 When did you begin your musical journey?
JA: Very young age. I'm a drummer first.
💛 What does R&B mean to you?
JA: Someone's SOUL being poured out.
💛 Zodiac sign?
JA: Scorpio.
💛 Pick one R&B artist that you will listen to for the rest of your life?
JA: Keith Phelps
💛 Describe your sound in three words or less?
JA: Thoughtful, passionate, emotional.
💛 What's next for you as an artist?
JA: Maintain Consistency!
-Jasmine Pollard