Person Open DS/UK/24451 Emmanuel; James; Singer Emmanuel James Singer Male (cisgender)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Music Black No known disability No known religious affiliation Not currently listed here James Emmanuel’s musical journey began with a gentle nudge from his father, a preacher in Nigeria, who noticed his son could use some grounding amid the challenges of youth. Joining the church gospel choir, he discovered his love for singing. At 16, after his father’s passing, he took on the responsibility of supporting his mother. Later, he set out for the UK, working as a cleaner in a sports bar, reigniting love for music. Singing while working, he soon earned the role of running the bar’s karaoke. Edinburgh is where he found his musical home. His warm, soulful performances have become a mainstay at The Jazz Bar, and his gratitude for Edinburgh’s embrace shines in his track, “Nothing But Love For This City.” Inspired by the challenges he’s overcome and his sense of peace, he released “Lonesome Man,” a heartfelt debut that resonated far and wide, reaching U.S. radio. https://pure-represents.com/artist-roster/james-emmanual/ International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHHFulton 8/7/2025 RAHHFulton 8/7/2025 1fd50ab6-40e4-48b0-a778-d111bc3d705f