James Dewar (12 October 1942 – 16 May 2002) was a Scottish musician best known as the bassist and vocalist for Robin Trower and Stone the Crows,[1] the latter having its beginnings as the resident band at Burns Howff in Glasgow.

[1] His career eventually reached its zenith with the Robin Trower[1] Band, a British rock power trio, after the 1974 release of the album Bridge of Sighs.

Dewar made his mark as an acclaimed blue-eyed soul singer, performing in front of sold-out stadiums and concert halls at the crest of the 1970s classic rock era.

[2] His vocal sound was deep, gritty and resonating, his style shows the influence of Ray Charles and Otis Redding.

He collaborated primarily with former Procol Harum organist Matthew Fisher on the album, with the title track relating a hard-luck story.