James M LaRocque Impresses with Wit and Rock Energy on “All About Me”

Minneapolis-based polymath James M LaRocque has released a new single, All About Me, which, though it came out in 2024, is now becoming increasingly popular. A slyly funny look at people with oversized egos wrapped in the raw energy of a classic rock sound.

What really makes All About Me stand out, though, is the bright instrumentation, with its classic rock quartet setup of guitar, bass, drums, and organ. Every aspect of the song—vocals and instrumentation—is impressively handled by James M LaRocque himself. This hands-on approach reflects his commitment to authenticity in an age when AI often takes the reins in music production.

The eclectic musical background that JML has shines in All About Me. From The Beatles and Bach, to Billie Eilish and Frank Zappa, LaRocque has drawn on such a variety of influences to forge a style at once unpredictable and deeply engaging. Humor-laced lyrics combined with buoyant arrangements reveal the versatility of his artistic vision in this latest single.

James M LaRocque is no stranger to the music scene, having worked with noted producer James Sanger at Vibey Studios in France. His 2023 album, Rocque, got attention on the Mnspin label, and his songs have been featured on such popular compilations as ChilloutZone Vol. 11 and Independent No. 1’s Vol. 13.

Live from Minnesota and beyond, or streamed online, All About Me is a record that no fan of imaginative and honest rock music would want to miss. It is one more daring chapter in the ever-changing artistry of James M LaRocque.