James Young
Mandolin, Vocals & Songwriting
James (Jay, J.) Young – In addition to working as a professional designer (plus being an art nerd), I also make music as a Boston-area Mandolin player, vocalist & songwriter.
I play in the band Peter O’Halloran & The Hired Men, and also collaborate with The Dogmatics. Sometimes, I help Rum Bar Records with graphic design stuff.
Recent Music Projects
The Dogmatics “Drop That Needle” now on streaming services
The full five song EP "Drop That Needle" by the Dogmatics is now available on all popular streaming services. Rum Bar Records is also selling a CD and sticker bundles alongside a limited edition Flexi disc for the track "Automat Kalashnikov" paired with the classic...
The Porch – May 28, 2022
On Saturday, April 30, 2022, I’ll be joining in with The Dogmatics at The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint in Medford, MA from 12-6pm. Bands include: Jittery Jack, Diablogato, The Dogmatics, Duck & Cover. This all ages event should be fun, as it is being...
Magic Room – April 30, 2022
On Saturday, April 30, 2022, I’ll be joining in with The Dogmatics at Magic Room in Norwood, MA and it's another excellent lineup. The event is being billed as “The Dogmatics Record Release party with Muck and the Mires, Justine and the Unclean, and Earthlings?”. Get...
Drop That Needle by The Dogmatics EP Pre-release
"Drop That Needle" with The Dogmatics brand new SINGLE of Boston Garage Punk 101 out today!! Brand New EP, CD & Automat Kalashnikov (translucent orange) Flexi Record, Pre-orders, Bundles, Stickers & more!! Check it out on Rum Bar Records
Art Direction for The Dogmatics Single Automat Kalashnikov
I collaborated with the band The Dogmatics on the creative direction and design for a single release titled Automat Kalashnikov. The creative direction focused on repurposing classic B&W concert poster art created by Barry Hall for the band in the '80s. It's a...
Rock n’ Soul Benefit Concert
Come to the Red on Red Records' Rock n Soul Benefit Concert in support of New Beginnings Reentry Services. Friday, December 17, 2021 – Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre. It's quite a lineup of performers. I'll be joining in on The Dogmatics and Berk/Lehane sets....
The Porch – November 13, 2021
On Saturday, November 13, 2021, I’ll be joining in with The Dogmatics at The Porch in Medford, MA. The event is being billed as “Muck & the Mires w/ The Dogmatics and Stop Calling Me Frank”. Get Tickets and Directions
The Magic Room Theatre – Oct 15, 2021
On Friday, October 21, 2021, I’ll be joining in with The Dogmatics at The Magic Room Theatre in Norwood, MA. The event is being billed as "Legends of Rock: Dogmatics, Gypsy Moths, Conor Henry and Kevin Michael". Get Tickets and Directions
The Tinker’s Son – September 18, 2021
The Hired Men play at The Tinker's Son on Saturday 9/18/2021 to celebrate "Half Way to St. Patrick's Day".
The New World Tavern – Aug 21, 2021
On Saturday, Aug 21, 2021, I’ll be joining in with The Dogmatics at The New World Tavern in Plymouth, MA. The Dogmatics The Shang Hi Los The New Frustrations Get tickets in advance and pick up a free compilation CD when you arrive at the venue.
Art Direction for Jerry Lehane’s Drinking Life featuring Dicky Barrett
I worked on the creative direction and design for a new single release by Jerry Lehane. This is a new solo project that follows the 2020 release of his self-titled EP. Jerry continues his songwriting and playing with The Dogmatics, with new things coming 2021/22 so...
ONCE Somerville, Rum Bar Records & Boynton Yards – July 23, 2021
On Friday July 23, 2021, I'll be joining in with The Dogmatics playing their first venue show in quite some time. All thanks to ONCE Somerville, Rum Bar Records, & Boynton Yards. Look at this amazing lineup! Watts The Dogmatics The Dents Stop Calling Me Frank...
