[2] In 1963, James formed his band with which he performed under the name Jimmy Royal and the Hawks in London pubs and bars.

[3] He recorded with this group a first title in 1964 for Decca, followed by other singles in 1965 for Parlophone, the second under his own name of James Royal and emerged as a solo artist.

The magazine Record World notes in its overview of the year 1968: "The French audience showed a more discriminating taste in foreign music, even carrying songs that remained unknown in their native country to the top of the charts: David McWilliams' 'Days of Pearly Spencer,' James Royal's 'Call My Name,' Moody Blues' 'Nights In White Satin'.

[7] In 1970, Royal was persuaded by his impresario Mervyn Conn to join the Carnaby label, which he had become the owner of; the termination of the contract with CBS is negotiated in August.

In 1971, the title "Carolina", written by Terry Britten, obtains a success in France, Spain, Italy, Argentina and Australia.