Vic James

When did it all start?

It started during a period of uncertainty, when music became the clearest way for me to process what was happening around me. Writing gave me structure when everything else felt unsettled.

If you were an advertisement, what would your slogan be?

Still standing. It reflects resilience, consistency, and choosing to move forward even when the path isn’t obvious.

What does your career mean to you?

My career represents long-term growth and accountability. It’s about building something meaningful through consistency rather than chasing short-term attention. “I’m more interested in longevity than quick visibility.”

What is your main motivation?

My main motivation is connection. I want people to relate to my music and feel the same emotions I felt while writing it—the uncertainty, the weight, and the release. “I want people to feel the moments the songs were written in.”

What is the part you enjoy the most? And the worst?

I enjoy the writing and recording process, especially refining lyrics until they communicate exactly what I want to say. The hardest part is the uncertainty and the patience required between releases. “The creation grounds me; the waiting tests me.”

Who are your idols?

Some of my idols are Citizen Soldier, NF, and Breaking Benjamin. I’m drawn to artists who aren’t afraid to be emotionally honest and who use music as a way to process real struggles rather than hide them. “They make music that feels lived in, not performative.”

In case you need a break in your career, what else would you like to do?

I’d continue writing—either for others or in another creative medium—and helping people develop their voice. “Creation is a constant for me, not a phase.”

Do you consider that nowadays there are more or less opportunities for new artists? Why?

There are more entry points but higher expectations. Access is easier, but sustaining attention requires clarity, consistency, and identity. “Access is easy; sustainability is the challenge.”

What would your idyllic life be like?

A stable, balanced life built around creating meaningful music, performing with intention, and staying present with the people I care about. “Success, to me, is stability and creative freedom.”

What are your next projects?

I’m currently developing a focused body of work centered on resilience and personal growth, with an emphasis on storytelling and cohesion. “I’m building a catalog, not chasing moments.”