James Hunter previews new album for Easy Eye Sound with "A Sure Thing"

UK soul singer James Hunter is releasing "Off The Fence" on January 16. Listen to his Impressions-style swinger "A Sure Thing"

Here's the scoop from Easy Eye Sound HQ...

The James Hunter Six returns with their first Easy Eye Sound release, “A Sure Thing,” from the brand new album ‘Off The Fence’ available January 16, 2026. Streaming everywhere now: https://ees.ffm.to/tjhs_asurething

British singer-songwriter and GRAMMY-nominated James Hunter has been a legendary fixture within the scene for over three decades with his gritty voice and sharp songwriting earning him acclaim around the world. MOJO previously named him “United Kingdom’s Greatest Soul Singer.” Listen to the new song and pre-order ‘Off The Fence’ on vinyl & CD now: https://ees.ffm.to/tjhs_offthefence

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