The story of The St. James Group is the story of American rock 'n roll and an uncommon group of young musicians during the 1960s and 70s. Conceived in the mind of Rick Calhoun, and born in 1968, the band followed the classic tale of America's restless post-war youth. The St. James Group tasted success during an era of rock 'n roll revolution a revolution that changed society. The group's ability to combine musical genres created a unique brand of rock that broke barriers and defied stereotypes. Their musical "trail blazing" was ahead of its time and is the source of the band's legacy.
The Saint James Group evolved from a solid dance band into a concert act that enjoyed great success with an electrifying stage show. The group skyrocketed from a small town onto the concert stage by their reputation as performers and without the benefit of a hit record an accomplishment few others achieved.