Moors & McCumber at The Bugle Boy

Bridging the gap between classic folk rock and present day Americana, the vocal harmony duo Moors & McCumber write heartfelt songs directly inspired by life’s experiences. Their sound is adventurous, eclectic, and endlessly creative. Borrowing from rock, pop, blues, folk, and world music, the two multi-instrumentalists defy common logic and embrace spontaneity to bring their stories and songs to life. Their strong vocal harmonies and unconventional instrumentation combine to create a mesmerizing experience. At the center of it all is their evocative songwriting. Prior to the duo’s formation, James Moors, based in Wisconsin, and Kort McCumber, based in Colorado, each led prolific careers as solo artists. They had both already released six solo studio albums and had begun developing fanbases of their own. The two met at a music festival in 2005 and quickly bonded over their shared passions. James and Kort began performing together as something of a side project, but it immediately became apparent they were meant for much bigger things. While “more than the sum of their parts” has become a bit of a cliche, there is no better phrase to describe Moors & McCumber. James is a gifted singer and songwriter, while Kort specializes in creating vocal harmonies and captivating arrangements through inventive instrumentation. With their voices combined, they create a truly special sound. In 2023, Moors & McCumber released their 10th full-length studio album, Wired to the Moon, recorded at Blue Rock Studios in Wimberley, Texas, and at Flowers Studio in Minneapolis.

“James and Kort complete each other … they fill in each other’s blanks and that makes for really really great music. Sophisticated yet simple, deceptively crafted, beautifully played, and written with inspiration.” — Gary Louris, The Jayhawks