James Witham

Everyone loves to say they were a fan of ‘insert artist name here’ before they were famous, right? Well, if that’s the case then ‘Heard it Hear First’, terrible pun aside, is your go to destination to discover your new favourite act and keep up to date with the latest and most exciting emerging artists currently on the scene.

Today you can say you heard Walls by James Witham here first!

At just 19 years old, James Witham is carving out a distinctive voice in the UK’s new wave of indie talent. Hailing from Teesside, James blends the raw honesty of classic singer-songwriter storytelling with the expansive textures of modern alternative music — creating a sound that feels both deeply personal and bound for big stages. His music explores themes of growth, identity, and the restless energy of youth, all filtered through shimmering guitars, cinematic synths, and powerful vocal performances. James is quickly emerging as one of the North East’s most exciting young artists — one whose sound is both grounded in Teesside grit and changeling modern direction.