“Knowledge will set you free”
James Gallardo was born in White Plains, NY and raised in the Central Coast of CA. He graduated from California Polytechnic University earning a BA in Music studying classical double bass in 2017. James has performed with many acclaimed artists including: Louie Ortega (Grammy Winner- Texas Tornados), Dallon Weeks (Grammy Nominated-Panic At The Disco), Adam Benjamin (Grammy Nominated-Kneebody), Mic Gillette (founding member of Tower of Power), Terry Lawless (touring member of 22 time Grammy Award Winning rock band- U2), and many others.
James prides himself as an highly-acclaimed and accomplished international performer, artist, actor, musician and multi-instrumentalist—averaging 250 shows per year since 2014. He has been cast in movies such as Destination Wedding, starring Keanu Reeves & Winona Ryder. He also performs for many theater companies around the country and touring productions internationally including Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. His show list include: Company, All Night Strut, Man of La Mancha, Million Dollar Quartet, Always… Patsy Cline, Blazing Boots, Palace of Lights (Havana), Cabaret, and Choir Of Man.
