“Music is the soul of life” - Bret Philpot 2003

"The privilege of music is to become who you truly are." - Josh Leigh James 2025

"Give every song the chance to become the most beautiful music in your life." - Josh Leigh James 2025

“Sing as if no one's listening. Strum as if no one's watching. Smile like you'll live forever.” - Josh Leigh James 2025

“Stay close to the music that feels like sunshine.” - Josh Leigh James 2025

“You never know what the music can bring, or what it can take away…” - Josh Leigh James 2025

“My neighbors listen to good music whether they like it or not.” - Unknown

“Here I am, my guitar, my voice, my soulshine” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Music changes life very quickly, in a v ery positive way, if you let it.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Don't let the noise drown out your musical voice.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.” - Herman Melville

“ I'm one with my guitar, my six string voice, with my songs I make my world and hopefully yours.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.  Nothing can be done without hope and confidence." - Hellen Keller

"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." - Aesop

“Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.” - Jennifer Lee

“Face your fears like the brightest sunshine and the shadows of self doubt will fall behind you.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“To understand the heart and mind of an artist…. impossible, just forget I said anything.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“You don't have to become something you're not to be better than you were.” - Sydney Poitier

“Each song provides its own gifts, keep creating.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Life will always move in the direction of your strongest thoughts.  Think Positive.” - Unknown

“Cheer for people!  There is enough sun for everybody.” - Unknown

“Well sung is even better than well said.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Empower yourself with inner rhythm.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Be true to yourself, be true to your music.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Give every song the chance to become the most beautiful song of your life.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” - Maria Robinson

“When you stop listening to the negative, you give the music a chance to catch you.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Songs will find you - for a reason, open your mind, one thought, one experience, one choice at a time.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

"Focus on the goal, not the words." - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Be persistent and never give up hope.” - George Lucas

“Optimism is the one quality more associated with success and happiness than any other.” - Brian Tracy

“Never underestimate the power you have to take your music in a great direction, to soothe souls, to help heal the open wounds of lives lived and lives lost, for those left behind and those still trying to keep up.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Rise up, play your favorite music, eat healthy and see bright opportunity in each day.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Sing today's song, live today's journey and write it into your life.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“You have power to move your audience, harness this power, wield it wisely and you will find great peace and satisfaction in your music.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“In life and often in music the quieter you become the more you can hear.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.” - Albert Schweitzer

“Your passion for music can build something far bigger than yourself.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“There are always gonna be people who doubt you can do the impossible. Don't be one of them.” - Johnny Jetson

“Let music touch your soul.” - Unknown

“It's good to be successful, but it's great to be significant.” - Coach Lou Holtz

“Being an entertainer means taking chances, especially with your pride and ego, but it's worth it when the spotlight comes on.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“Don't worry about failures, worry about the chances you miss when you don't even try.” - Jack Canfield

“May you have music in every day of your life.” - Josh Leigh James 2026

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” - C. S. Lewis

“Don't let the good days get to your head, and don't let the bad days get to your heart.” - Caroline Ghosn

Thank you Kurt Broadbridge for the inspiration you add to my life! - Josh