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James-Wesley Smith

James-Wesley Smith is a Texas-born Singer/Songwriter bringing Y’allternative and Texas Country energy to stages all across Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Hailing from College Station, TX, James-Wesley’s musical journey started later in life out in the West Texas Panhandle, where he earned his Music degree from South Plains College (Class of ’19). His mom gave him a double name ‘cause she knew he’d be double the trouble—and he’s been proving her right ever since. Raised with two older brothers, his sound pulls from the grunge and alt-rock grit of the ’90s and the soul of Texas Country and Southern Rock. His single “Tailspin” hits with a raw, Y’allternative edge that blends heartbreak, grit, and honesty in a way that feels instantly relatable. The storytelling pulls you straight into that falling-apart feeling, but the energy of the track keeps it driving forward. The vocals carry a mix of worn-in emotion and Texas swagger that really sells the

James-Wesley Smith

Performances on Make Music Day – June 21, 2026

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