Chris James
Home - Phillip Phillips (Acoustic cover)
Fly Like An Eagle - Steve Miller (Acoustic loop cover)
Beach Bash!
First dance, downtown San Diego.
Marriage proposal on Oceanside Pier
Coronado Proposal
Getting props from the general.
Capturing the moment at Cordiano.
I'm on a boat!
Padres opening day!
La Jolla Summer Wedding
Rockin' Luis Rey's with my trio!
The moustache stayed in Vegas.
She said yes!
Corporate party at Grand Del Mar
Overview
Professional Entertainment For Your Event!
One of the hottest entertainers in the area, Chris James generates energy and excitement everywhere he performs. He is a three-time San Diego Music Award winner performing up to 300 shows a year. His solo shows have won rave reviews with his mixture of live loops and harmonies. Touring nationally, his performances have ranged from stadiums to small living rooms. He has shared the stage with national acts such as Sugar Ray, Hootie and the Blowfish, Lit, Vertical Horizon, The Calling, Gin Blossoms, Pete Best (former Beatles drummer), Switchfoot, CCR, REO Speedwagon, The Pat McGee Band, Five For Fighting, A.J. Croce, and the list goes on.
Reviews
42 reviews
Chris H.
February 18, 2026Turnkey Operation!
Chris provided an awesome night of music for our large group of engineers. He played perfect songs, non-stop and need very little direction or instruction! he looked at the demographics of the audience and went right to work! His repertoire is vast and impressive. We would hire him again in a minute!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Sarah C.
February 18, 2026Amazing!
Chris was extremely communicative, flexible, and most importantly SO TALENTED! I highly recommend selecting Chris to be your musician at your event. He was wonderful!
Hired as: One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Teri M. P.
July 13, 2022A M A Z I N G !!
Chris is AMAZING!! I will request his services for any events I have! Extremely talented!! I am still in awe of his talent. Crazy about The Chris James!!
Teri Moore Prophet
Cal Coast Credit Union
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Jennica H.
May 27, 2022Chris was amazing!!!
We enjoyed Chris’ entertainment so much so that we asked for him to stay an additional hour. My guests raved over his voice, his talent on the guitar and the songs he played! Everyone asked me where I found him. I had asked Chris if he could play a wide range of genres and he did! He is that talented! I highly encourage to book him at your next event!
Hired as: 1980s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Cover Band, Guitarist, One Man Band, Pop Singer
Santee M. A.
May 17, 2022Amazing!
Professional, catered towards exactly what we asked, great event overall!
Hired as: One Man Band
Booking information
Price range: $300 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 480 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000
About
Professional Entertainment For Your Event!
One of the hottest entertainers in the area, Chris James generates energy and excitement everywhere he performs. He is a three-time San Diego Music Award winner performing up to 300 shows a year. His solo shows have won rave reviews with his mixture of live loops and harmonies. Touring nationally, his performances have ranged from stadiums to small living rooms. He has shared the stage with national acts such as Sugar Ray, Hootie and the Blowfish, Lit, Vertical Horizon, The Calling, Gin Blossoms, Pete Best (former Beatles drummer), Switchfoot, CCR, REO Speedwagon, The Pat McGee Band, Five For Fighting, A.J. Croce, and the list goes on. No event is too large or too small.
Chris James specializes in clubs, casinos, large corporate events, weddings, and private parties. Band size can range from solo, duo, trio, to a full scale electric band. He will work with you well in advance to understand your preferences and plan just the right music for your event.
Past booked events
February 2026
17
Tuesday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
16
Monday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
August 2024
23
Friday
Anniversary Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
July 2022
07
Thursday
Corporate Event
4:30pm - 8:00pm
•
San Marcos, CA
May 2022
15
Sunday
Corporate Event
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Santee, CA
06
Friday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
San Marcos, CA
01
Sunday
Restaurant/Bar Event
2:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Vista, CA
March 2022
29
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 10:00pm
•
La Jolla, CA
February 2022
02
Wednesday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
La Jolla, CA
November 2021
26
Friday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
La Jolla, CA
February 2020
22
Saturday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Encinitas, CA
15
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Del Mar, CA
August 2019
19
Monday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 8:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
09
Friday
Corporate Event
1:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Carlsbad, CA
April 2019
27
Saturday
Fundraiser
1:00pm - 4:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
February 2019
02
Saturday
Children's Birthday Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
San Marcos, CA
August 2018
24
Friday
Corporate Event
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Carlsbad, CA
July 2018
06
Friday
Cocktail Party
7:30pm - 10:30pm
•
Del Mar, CA
June 2018
15
Friday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
5:00pm - 2:00am (Sat)
•
Coronado, CA
October 2017
13
Friday
Cruise Ship Event
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
September 2017
25
Monday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Fallbrook, CA
15
Friday
Campus Event
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
April 2017
15
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
3:30pm - 3:45pm
•
San Diego, CA
January 2017
24
Tuesday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
December 2016
13
Tuesday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
6:30pm - 9:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
October 2016
15
Saturday
Retirement Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Escondido, CA
September 2016
17
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Escondido, CA
August 2016
16
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
July 2016
10
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 10:00pm
•
La Jolla, CA
June 2016
04
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Temecula, CA
April 2016
04
Monday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 2:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
December 2015
08
Tuesday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
6:00pm - 9:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
02
Wednesday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
November 2015
28
Saturday
Wedding Reception
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Carlsbad, CA
14
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Solana Beach, CA
07
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Las Vegas, NV
October 2015
12
Monday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Los Angeles, CA
September 2015
06
Sunday
Private Party
1:00pm - 5:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
July 2015
03
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
La Jolla, CA
June 2015
20
Saturday
Graduation
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
19
Friday
Birthday (Adult)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Del Mar, CA
13
Saturday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Escondido, CA
12
Friday
Graduation
5:30pm - 8:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
May 2015
24
Sunday
Wedding Reception
4:00pm - 8:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
15
Friday
Fundraiser
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
San Diego, CA
April 2015
12
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Coronado, CA
04
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Escondido, CA
January 2015
18
Sunday
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party
3:30pm - 7:30pm
•
La Jolla, CA
December 2014
11
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
November 2014
22
Saturday
Birthday Party
9:00pm - 11:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
15
Saturday
Private Party
12:00pm - 6:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
01
Saturday
Other
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Oceanside, CA
October 2014
25
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Escondido, CA
08
Wednesday
Other
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Coronado, CA
Setup requirements
Parking for one vehicle.