“Sometimes, I want to make a record that's so schizophrenic and so all over the place, and then other times, I want to make a record that's very coherent and very short and together.”

American vocalist, guitarist, producer, and songwriter

Jim James, born James Edward Olliges Jr., is an American vocalist, guitarist, producer, and songwriter. He is best known as the lead voice and primary songwriter of the rock band My Morning Jacket. He has also recorded as a solo artist under his own name and as Yim Yames, releasing several solo albums. His work is closely associated with rock music, both with the band and in his solo projects.