James Currey

James Currey has been a part of the Austin, Tx music scene for over 10 years and is the co-founder of the punk/ska band “The Buzzkillers”.  Currey is also the co-owner of “Sockhop Records”, a record label started in 2004 with bandmate T.J. Smyrson.  Currey plays many instruments including guitar, bass, keyboards and hand percussion.  Each one of his songs is diverse from eachother blending the likes of ska, acoustic, folk and punk all together.  Currey also has an interest in hip-hop and loves to play with samples and drumbeats to put his own unique style on the genre.  Currey enjoys writing political songs and songs about life experiences.  Currey is always excited to tour and has fun performing in just about any environment.