We had the good fortune of connecting with James Dale Jr. and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi James, what do you attribute your success to?
I would say it’s a few key factors… It takes gratitude, positivity, faith and belief in yourself, confidence, patience, consistency, persistence and always a willingness to learn and grow. All these factors combined and there is no doubt you can be successful in anything you want.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My art is timeless and relatable to the everyday person. It is real, it is emotional, it is fun and it is diverse.

What sets me apart from others in my field is that fact of my unique and unlikely background. My unconventional and different path to success.

I am extremely excited about the future of the business due to the fact that with every new project and venture, more and more opportunities arise. So I know it’s only going to get bigger and better.

I got to where I am today by being professional, organized, relentless and not taking no for an answer.
It’s definitely not easy, but when you might be frustrated and new challenges arise, you just have to look at the big picture. You have to dig deep and look at every challenge as an opportunity to learn and grow, so you are even better for next time.

I’ve learned to always be ready for opportunity as well as research and double, triple check before you make a decision. Take some time to marinate on it, if you can. You’ll thank yourself in the long run. If you have to make a snap decision on the spot, that’s ok too. The work and preparation you put in behind closed doors, more than likely will enable you to make the right decision. Also…never look back too long, just keep going forward.
I’ve also learned that the more you can be self sufficient, the more roles you can play within your own business, the better equipped you are to handle anything. That’s a major key to success.

I want the world to know that it’s never too late and you can come back from anything. Stratland Entertainment has something for everybody. It embodies the past, present and future of music and entertainment. It is nostalgic, current and forward thinking.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My Mom, Patricia and Stepdad, Rick.

After undergoing a major personal crisis that almost killed me, They were the ones who stood by me thru it all, always believing in me and not giving up on me. They were the ones who helped me bounce back, which catapulted me into the person I am today. Quite simply, they saved my life.

Website: https://stratlandentertainment.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stratlandmusic/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/stratlandmusic

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHH1ro3DefVQHN0t1Tq4SeQ

Other: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5qvVkVRpfwY05vmijb1PPr?si=sVzHPTbQSxKYLzrEbpC1fQ

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