James Bar Bowen is an acoustic folk-punk singer-songwriter, guitarist and story-teller.
Playing mostly self-penned songs engaging with many big political issues (migration, racism, climate change, gentrification, economic injustice) as well as more personal and individual perspectives on life, love and language.
James performs with passion, humour, fury and a wry smile, always seeking to engage audiences old and new. Dave Alley is a NZ singer-songwriter & sideman. Playing originals and supporting James on bass, guitar, vocals and percussion.