James Righton

The Profile

English musician, former keyboardist of Klaxons; released the solo album The Performer in 2020.

Former keyboardist of the British nu rave band Klaxons. Married to actress Keira Knightley. Played on Arctic Monkeys' album Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino. The album The Performer (2020) was recorded partially in Studio One owned by Bryan Ferry. Prior solo project: Shock Machine (EP and debut album referenced in reviews).

James Righton, former keyboardist of Klaxons, released his solo debut The Performer (2020). The available review praises its elegant, soft-rock and jangle-pop register and notes influences from Roxy Music, R.E.M. and Alex Turner. The record balances public and private themes and highlights tracks such as "Devil Is Loose", "Start" and "Edie". The review recommends the album as a strong step forward for Righton.