“That was a great opening set by James B. McCarthy. Please give him a hand.” - John Prine
— John Prine at Hawaii Theatre
“Your song, Carry It, is an anthem. It makes me feel like I am at the finale of the Philadelphia Folk Festival. A great song.” - Gene Shay, 30 years emcee of Philadelphia Folk Festival
— Gene Shay, Song Workshop, Folk Alliance International Conference
“Some of the showstopping performers to watch for include ... James McCarthy, an American Irishman living in Hawaii.” - Mike Sangiacomo
— Memphis Flyer
“James may be the only guy in Hawaii with the musical and acting chops to create and pull off this dynamic one man show.” - Michael Perry, Hawaii's top Radio Host
— Perry and Price show, KSSK
“Your song 'Wild Wind' was perfect for this episode. Spot on.” - Jeff Downer
— Producer, Hawaii Five-O
Performing with Doolin Rakes
Haleiwa, Hawai'i, April 2022
Press Photos
A quick break before playing for thousands on Saint Patrick's Day