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Jim McCarty is a pivotal figure in rock history, whose career spans multiple eras and genres. As a co-founder of The Yardbirds in 1963, he helped shape the sound of blues-infused rock and psychedelic exploration that defined a generation. After leaving The Yardbirds in 1968, he led Renaissance, a standout project in progressive and art rock, before reuniting with The Yardbirds in the 1990s and continuing to perform with them today. His solo work showcases his enduring versatility across blues rock, folk, and experimental textures.

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For fans in the Americas and Europe, McCarty remains an active live presence, delivering the energy of classic Yardbirds material alongside his own music. This page shares a detailed biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information to help you secure your seats with confidence.

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Explore Jim McCarty's discography, from early Yardbirds hits like For Your Love and Shapes of Things to later explorations with Renaissance and solo projects such as Out of the Dark and Walking in the Wild Land. Whether you’re new to his work or a longtime admirer, you’ll find context, background, and practical ticket information for upcoming performances. Follow his official channels for the latest updates and tour announcements.

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The essentials

Quick Facts About Jim McCarty

  • Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 as a Yardbird (The Yardbirds).
  • Co-founded The Yardbirds in 1963; early hits include For Your Love, Heart Full of Soul, Shapes of Things and Over Under Sideways Down.
  • Led Renaissance after leaving The Yardbirds in 1968, then rejoined The Yardbirds in the 1990s and continues to perform with them.
  • Solo albums include Out of the Dark (1993), Sitting on the Top of Time (2009), Walking in the Wild Land (2018), and Frontman (2014 vinyl compilation).
  • Genres associated with McCarty span blues rock, psychedelic rock, progressive rock, hard rock and folk rock.
  • 2025 tour activity includes a Yardbirds show on April 10, 2025 at Narrows Center for the Arts, Fall River, MA, and a Hamburg, Germany date on August 16, 2025 at Prinzenbar.

The records

Jim McCarty Discography

  • Walking in the Wild Land
    2018 · Angel Air
  • Frontman
    2014 · MCM Records
  • Sitting on the Top of Time
    2009 · Troubadour
  • Two Steps Ahead
    2003 · Kissing Spell
  • Live + Direct
    2002 · Kissing Spell
  • Through the Fire
    2001 · Kissing Spell
  • Weekend in Memphis
    2000 · Inside Sounds
  • Search for the Dreamchild
    2000 · New World Music
  • Gothic Dream
    1996 · New World Music
  • Wine, Women and Whiskey
    1994 · Demon
  • Raindreaming
    1994 · Stairway
  • Out of the Dark
    1993 · High Octane
  • Medicine Dance
    1992 · New World Music
  • Enchanted Caress
    1990 · Renaissance Records
  • Moonstone
    1988 · New World Music
  • Box of Frogs / Strangeland
    1984 · Acadia
  • The Island recordings
    1977 · Acadia Records
  • Out of the Mist
    1976 · Esoteric
  • Illusion
    1970 · Repertoire
  • Renaissance
    1969 · Repertoire

The hits

Top Jim McCarty Songs

  • Shapes of Things
    1966 · UK #3; US #11
  • Over Under Sideways Down
    1966 · UK #10; US #13
  • Evil Hearted You / Still I'm Sad
    1965 · UK #3
  • Heart Full of Soul
    1965 · UK #2; US #9
  • For Your Love
    1965 · UK #3; US #6

Explore Jim McCarty's discography, from early Yardbirds hits like For Your Love and Shapes of Things to later explorations with Renaissance and solo projects such as Out of the Dark and Walking in the Wild Land. Whether you’re new to his work or a longtime admirer, you’ll find context, background, and practical ticket information for upcoming performances. Follow his official channels for the latest updates and tour announcements.

Social links: official site (including Twitter/X, Facebook, YouTube) are provided with external targets to keep you connected and informed.

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