James Gallardo

James Gallardo

James 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 Wining Rock Band- U2), and many others.

James prides himself as an highly-acclaimed and accomplished international musician, artist, actor, and multi-instrumentalist— averaging 250 shows per year since 2014. He has been cast in movies such as Destination Wedding, staring Keanu Reeves & Winona Ryder. He performs for many theater companies around the country including 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), and Choir Of Man. -jamesgallardo.com