James Leclaire
Fri, Nov 13
|Motel Chelsea
James Leclaire blends folk, roots, blues, rock, and classic country into deeply authentic songs where gritty storytelling, a gravel-worn voice, and hard-earned hope turn life's struggles into powerful, unforgettable performances.


Time & Location
Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Motel Chelsea, 1418 QC-105, Chelsea, QC J9B 2H7, Canada
About the event
Storytelling has always been at the forefront of James' life. On Oct 1st, 2025, after a successful career in animation as a storyboard artist, director, writer, series creator, and studio co/founder of Jam Filled Entertainment, James took the leap to pursue his lifelong passion of songwriting and performing full time.
Dinner is available with our kitchen open until 9pm. Reservations are strongly suggested—make yours HERE. We are an intimate 85-seat venue, so every seat is a great seat! While we do our best to accommodate all seating requests, they cannot be guaranteed. For the best experience, we recommend making reservations in even numbers (for example, a party of three may be seated with an additional guest). Doors open half an hour before showtime for those who will not be dining with us.
Building up to this integral moment, James recorded 38 songs from 2020-2023 at Bova Sound with Phillip Victor Bova producing. It…
