South London soul singer James Vickery started out in the early 2010s as a folksy singer/songwriter, accompanying himself on acoustic guitar and singing soul-inflected tunes. His early career consisted of participating in various television musical competition shows, including The X Factor and Open Mic UK. Successful performances on these shows brought Vickery new connections, including collaborative work with guitarist Phil Braithwaite and vocalist Lance Ellington. Read more on Last.fm