Meet James Artissen | Singer, Songwriter, and Music Producer

We had the good fortune of connecting with James Artissen and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi James, what do you attribute your success to?
I believe the biggest factor behind my success is the determination, and consistency to win no matter the obstacles. I’ve been through trials, tribulations, and downfalls, but I’ve always managed to rise above it. Since the beginning of my career I’ve been overlooked, or many did not see the vision I had inside of me until I made the decision to not care about those types of thoughts anymore. I believe everyone has a purpose in life, but it’s up to you to unlock it, and perfect it even if others don’t appreciate it.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am a Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, and Audio Engineer from Queens, New York. I started pursuing music at the age of 16. During that time period I had the opportunity to meet the late great Michael Jackson at Webster Hall in New York City which inspired me to fully pursue a career in the music business. After that I moved to Atlanta, GA, and attended a music mentoring program in my high school where they provided a recording studio sponsored by Dallas Austin. My initial foray into music consisted of me learning the art of songwriting which later turned into music production shortly after. Growing up I was influenced by artists such as: A Tribe Called Quest, Whodini, Kanye West, Miguel, The Weeknd, and Pharrell Williams. While studying those artists I taught myself how to. To further my education I attended The Art Institute of Atlanta where I received a bachelor’s degree in audio production. This helped me begin working, and place work with mainstream acts, and songwriters. In 2017, I decided to transition from music production to artistry, and began recording myself. I joined a duo group named Kings X2, and we released our debut single “Wine For Me” in september of 2017. The single peaked at #10 on the US Billboard Hot Single Sales Chart for 5 weeks. Later in 2018 we disbanded, and I released my debut solo single “Move” which features the rap group Whodini. Following up to 2019 I released my anticipated EP “Blu Leisure” which became critically acclaimed upon its release. The project included guest appearances from: Tony Terry, Sonna Rele, Kalenna Harper, and Whodini. After its great success I released my sophomore EP “Kaleidoscopes”, and in 2023 I joined forces with rapper Big Gipp of the rap group Goodie Mob to release our collaborative EP “Gipp N Worthy”. The lead single “TOTW” peaked at #91 on the US Billboard R&B Digital Sales Chart also charting at the #1 position on the Amazon Best Sellers Chart. Within all of my work I have been nominated for several Grammy Awards by working with names such as: Meek Mill, Justin Bieber, Robin S., 112, Raphael Saadiq, and so many others to name. In 2024 I launched my own label imprint called Humble Sound Records in conjunction with Sony Orchard.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would take them to a few spots I know.

Amazing Grace: London UK
Sister Ray: Soho London
Fontaine’s: Atlanta, GA
Marcel: Atlanta, GA

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would dedicate this shoutout to my team, and artists under my imprint Humble Sound Records.
Shaynah
Sophia Habib
B Angie B

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesartissenmusic

Image Credits
1. Justin Kase
2. Justin Kase
3. Justin Kase
4. Cait Simone