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James review – special band still filling arenas with anthems of warmth and humanity

By The Guardian Culture · 2026-04-05
James review – special band still filling arenas with anthems of warmth and humanity
Why it matters: James continues to fill arenas, proving their enduring appeal to audiences across five decades.
Veteran band James continues to captivate audiences, as evidenced by their recent performance at the First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds, where frontman Tim Booth led fans through five decades of their beloved catalog, interspersed with new material. The concert underscored the band's enduring appeal and their ability to fill arenas with anthems celebrated for their warmth and humanity.

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