James D. Stark is a Dark Romantic solo artist based in the Rose City of Portland, Oregon. All writing, production, and musical performance is carried out soley by Stark. Breaking into the Synthpop scene in 2004 with his now internationally recognized album "Fortress of Solitude", his music has reached a loyal following from fans on the internet, and is making a mark in Goth/Industrial clubs and dark alternative radio programs around the world. The popularity of the first track "Dying Beauty" inspired a Maxi-CD single with remixes by prominent artists in the scene including Assemblage 23 and Pigface drummer Martin Atkins, further elevating this rising Synthpop star.

Adding a tranquil and soothing touch to the sounds of Gothic and Darkwave, Stark has made a niche for himself developing his own genre of vibrant and emotional "Romantic Synthpop". The sound is reminiscent of European Electro and Synthpop artists such as Depeche Mode and De/Vision, but offers a distinct and genuine quality of it's own.

Stark's latest album entitled "Music of the Night", delves deeper into his trademark dark-romantic style. The opening track, "Ready", is passionate and erotic, while the lyrics of "Savior" tell a story of pure devotion against a captivating and dreamlike setting. With powerful vocals full of depth and clarity, the album takes the listener through a heartfelt and mesmerizing journey, delivering a seductive message of raw adoration.

by Adam Michaud www.newworldindustries.com

"In this absolutely stunning follow-up to Fortress of Solitude, James D Stark Proves himself consistent in the best of ways – still among the greatest in his (an many) genres in atmospheric and production quality." read more...

"Stark's sense of musicianship and songwriting are in fine form with this album, possessing a romanticism that many darkwave groups attempt to portray, but only rarely do." read more...

by James D. Stark

Music is my passion, my sole ambition. The height of the artform being the stage, performing live is my ultimate goal. I've worked hard to successfully capture my musical vision on CD, and now I am ready to take it to the next level to realize my vision of what a live show can be.

I have always known since an early age that this is what I have wanted to do. To be a performing artist, an entertainer. It is something that has always come naturally to me, it is in my blood. In my youth I was always the star of the show, but it was someone else's music, someone else's production.

Wanting to perform works of my own, over the years I have been developing my songwriting craft. Having achieved my songwriting goals, I can now put on a live show that is an honest expression of myself, with a truth and depth from the heart. I have something powerful to share with the world, music that not only pleasing to the ear, but nourishing the heart and mind.

This year my primary mission is to take my music to as many people as I can, performing live across the United States, to leave an indelible impression upon people which I am confident in my ability to do.

If you would like to experience for yourself all that I have to offer on stage, have your local promoters contact myself directly. I pledge to give all that I am for you on stage, if you will give me the chance to share my gifts and musical vision with you.

Email James D. Stark
http://myspace.com/jamesdstark