James McMurtry

About

James McMurtry is an American singer-songwriter from Texas, son of novelist Larry McMurtry. His music sits in the americana and roots rock tradition, with sharp, story-driven lyrics about working-class life. The 2004 song "We Can't Make It Here" brought him wide critical attention.

Recent shows

Jul 1, 2026 The White Water Tavern, Little Rock (US)
Jun 30, 2026 The White Water Tavern, Little Rock (US)
Jun 28, 2026 The Burl, Lexington (US)

Upcoming · 2

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Fri 21.8. – Sun 23.8. Debaser Strand, Stockholm

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Stockholm Roots Festival

Three-day festival of americana, country, folk and rock at Debaser Strand. Nick Lowe, The White Buffalo, James McMurtry and many more artists perform across four stages.

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Österlens Americanafest Sat. James McMurtry and others — Solhällan, Löderup

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Sat 22.8. 13:00 Solhällan, Löderup

Österlens Americanafest Sat. James McMurtry and others

Americana festival in Löderup featuring James McMurtry and other artists at Solhällan.

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Upcoming · 2

Stockholm Roots Festival

Österlens Americanafest Sat. James McMurtry and others

James McMurtry

Recent shows