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

Aug 9, 2026 WAVE, Wichita (US)
Aug 8, 2026 Chautauqua Auditorium, Boulder (US)
Aug 7, 2026 The State Room, Salt Lake City (US)

Upcoming · 2

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Fri 21.8. – Sun 23.8. Debaser Hornstulls Strand, Stockholm

in 2 days (3 days)

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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