Vic James: Under The Lights
Vic James drops Debut Release, “Under The Lights” For The Holidays
by Jack Rush
Holiday music is often drenched in heartbreak, nostalgia, or wintry solitude—but Vic James takes a different path with his debut release, “Under The Lights.” Rather than longing or loss, the song celebrates something rarer in seasonal playlists: enduring love. It’s a Christmas track built not for quiet sadness or fleeting romance, but for moments that feel timeless—like a winter wedding, a slow dance beneath glowing lights, or that instant when everything finally feels right.
“Under The Lights” captures the warmth of choosing each other amid the glow of the season, where music hums softly and the world seems to pause just long enough to make the moment linger. There’s a gentle magic to the song’s emotional core—steady, hopeful, and deeply sincere. It doesn’t chase spectacle; instead, it leans into feeling, offering a sense of comfort and quiet joy that fits perfectly with the reflective stillness of the holidays.
The release also introduces Vic James as an artist driven by emotional honesty and healing. His music consistently searches for light within darkness, and “Under The Lights” continues that mission, reframing the holiday season as a space for connection, memory, and renewal. The song arrives as a companion to earlier works like After The Dark and Better Place, extending his narrative of vulnerability transformed into hope.
James’ background as a performer is felt throughout the song. Raised on stages—from junior choir and church ensembles to school productions like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat—he brings a storyteller’s instinct to his songwriting. His early immersion in piano, choir, and musical theatre informs a cinematic emotionality, while later influences ranging from Broadway to hard rock add depth and intensity to his musical perspective.
In his 30s, James made a pivotal creative shift, stepping away from acting to fully embrace music as his primary voice. Where he once inhabited roles, he now tells his own story—one shaped by reflection, resilience, and emotional truth. “Under The Lights” stands as the first chapter of that journey, offering a debut that feels intimate, intentional, and quietly powerful.
As a holiday release, it’s less about seasonal clichés and more about meaning. “Under The Lights” is a Christmas song for those who believe love can be steady, healing, and worth celebrating—now and long after the decorations come down.
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