James "PJ" Spraggins

Drummer • Writer • Producer. James ‘PJ’ Spraggins has always dreamed of performing internationally with well known artists. Over the last few years those dreams are proving to be valid as he has recently drummed for two-time Grammy Award winning R&B vocalist Peabo Bryson (2023 Soul Train Cruise), as well as a few shows with New Edition standout, Johnny Gill. When he’s not touring or producing beautifully-crafted music, he provides the backbeat for a host of highly acclaimed artists from jazz guitarist Eric Essix to the dynamic, chart-topping jazz flutist Kim Scott.

Listeners clamoring for more of PJ’s original music pushed his song “Nocturnal Drive” from his debut 2006 album “Light of Day” to more than 50 million streams across all platforms, followed by “Pure Logic” (2012) album with over five million streams on YouTube alone. Many followers and subscribers, unaware of his nearly two-decades of musical contributions, think his timeless pieces are new, however, they soon discover he has a history of producing sounds that both encourage and inspire listeners of all demographics. An independent artist who finds new ways to connect his music to an ever-expanding audience, PJ also merges it on social media with his very own scenic drone footage.

Coupled with his albums, tours and various projects, PJ has written with startling candor about inspiration, faith and healing, which is without a doubt a compliment to his latest album “Stick It Out” as it exemplifies his determination to overcome personal challenges. “I want to send a positive message to everyone that’s going to listen to it. I’ve gained so much confidence from writing this album and that’s what I want people to take away.” Now, poised for bigger and better opportunities ahead, James “PJ” Spraggins’ tireless energy, positivity and drive permeates this work with an enduring, immersive quality that refuses to give in or settle for anything less than to ‘Stick It Out.