brand new music video
on the music video page
Jamesy The True has released a brand new music video for his original song "How Blue," and it can be found on the Music Video page on this site, as well as on the Jamesy The True YouTube Channel, and the Jamesy The True Facebook Page!
Origin of the Name
January 11 2024
Hi, me again. How is your 2024 going so far?
I mentioned in my previous post that I would explain the origin of the new name Jamesy the True.
So firstly, "Jamesy" is the variation of my name that some of my favorite people have called me over the years.
I've always liked the word "true" - the sound of the word and the importance of truth in my life. In 1983, even though I was just a kid, I loved the song "True" by UK band Spandau Ballet. (and still love it). Also, years ago I fronted a band with the word "True" in its name.
And then a few months ago I stumbled on a quote by Ryan Holiday paraphrasing the Stoic philosopher (not to mention Roman Emperor) Marcus Aurelius:
"They'll cut you with knives, they'll stab you in the back, they'll shower you with curses, they'll argue in bad faith. But does that cut your mind off from clarity and sanity and self-control and justice? No. To the Stoics, it doesn't matter what other people do. It doesn't matter if you're recognized or rewarded for doing the right thing Stay on the path that you know is true and good anyway."
Studying stoicism has given me strength these past few challenging years. And so, in summary, the name Jamesy the True is symbolic of where I find myself now, in terms of spiritual strength. And of course, every day we strive to be better than we were the day before.
- Jamesy the True.
The Only Constant is change
January 5 2024
Hey there, thanks for stopping by my site. I appreciate your interest in my art & music. Thanks for being patient through the recent name change from Ether and Bones to Jamesy the True. I'll explain the orihgin of the new name in a future journal entry. Things are changing in my life, and I'm going to use this journal page to keep you in the loop on my art, music, and life happenings. So I hope you'll check in semi-regularly. Quick site update: the Art Card page has been revamped, and the new site-wide track is my harmonica reel, which spans 23 years of my harp playing in under 4 minutes.
All the best to you and your loved ones in 2024.
I am grateful for your support.
- Jamesy the True