Jim James is the lead singer for Kentucky-based band My Morning Jacket. As singer, frontman, producer and lead song-writer, he is often seen as the main creative force behind the band, especially in defining their sound, notably on critically acclaimed album Z.

James occasionally plays solo shows (often with Carl Broemel on keyboard), showcasing "bare-bones" versions of My Morning Jacket songs along with various covers. Notably, James (with Broemel) supported John Prine for several shows in late summer 2006.