With the band becoming increasingly interested in the production side of music, they co-wrote the hit single ‘It’s Not Fair’ with Edwin Starr. The band released the record ‘Hesitation’ which entered the UK top 100 charts. Next the Colah’s were signed up by SONY /CBS Records with a two year contract. James then decided to take a year out of working with his brothers and joined the classic soul group, ‘The Foundations’ touring throughout Europe and UK.
Upon leaving school, James and his identical triplet brothers turned professional and reached the semi finals of the Young Jazz Musicians of the Year competition, along with an accolade of other competitions which included: Vitavox Live Sound Award and EMI. By the age of 17, the Colah’s, with a track record of consistently impeccable and highly rated gigs and a firm fan base, began their first tour in Europe – while still at school but having time off allowed by their very understanding headmaster! Following on from this, the Colah’s wrote and produced the Rock Ballet ‘Fire Sermon’ which was subsequently performed by the Ballet Rambert Dance Company with excerpts being filmed for Thames Television Studios. The young talent was instantly appreciated by music moguls as the Colah’s were performing on a regular basis for charity and local gigs. The Early Years: He joined forces with his identical triplet brothers to form the band: The Colah’s, aged only 12 years old. James has continued to develop as both a musician and musical producer. Alongside this he worked with a range of high profile international professionals including: Edwin Starr, Ballet Rambert Dance Company, Virgin Recording, Sheena Easton, Haysi Fantaysi, Pendragon and EMI.
James has worked for small production companies in the media, and larger national corporations including the BBC. James Colah is an experienced, professional Keyboard player/producer/arranger/composer with a credible and impressive history of achievement in the music industry spanning over 4 decades. SEEKING Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Harmonica, Flute, Other, Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle, Dobro, Vocalist - Alto, Trombone, Bagpipes, Steel guitar, Upright bass, Cello, Accordion, Ukulele, DJ, Electronic Music.