James Pants Readies Welcome Album For Stones Throw

James Pants has signed with Stones Throw for the release of his debut album 'Welcome'.

We first hinted that Mr Pants would be inking a deal with the label back in late 2006, when we also posted the video for this track 'Do A Couple Of Things' and it's still online here if you want to watch.

Details of the album, ie a tracklisting hasn't been given yet, but the record is said to be a fusion of "80s Soul, Electro Boogie, Early Rap, New Wave, & Post-Punk Disco". James himself impressively plays a wide variety of instruments on 'Welcome', such as drums, keys, guitar and vocals.

The press blurb describes the LP as "the most eclectic Stones Throw release to date" - no easy task considering the acts the label has given us so far. 'Welcome' is released on May 27th in the US (May 26th is likely for the UK).