James Bay is one of the best-selling English songwriters of his generation, someone who has built on his early rapturous success with huge creative confidence. 10 years on from breakout ‘Let It Go’ he’s still challenging himself, with new album ‘Up All Night’ boasting a raft of guests.
Hitting the road this summer, James Bay is reconnecting with fans, playing some special shows in the process. Completing an intimate run at the Troubadour in London this week, James Bay travelled to the south coast over the weekend, headlining the massive Victorious Festival.
Photographer Bree O’Hagan was granted incredible access, following James Bay in the backstage area before capturing him in full flight from the side of the stage.
Drawing on the full power of his catalogue James Bay was able to delight fans with older cuts and classic favourites, while also giving a few pointers as to where he might take his music next.
In these portraits, CLASH captures a series of intimate moments with this striking songwriter, offering another vantage point on his performance.
All photography: Bree O’Hagan
