“There are only black and white keys. But the challenge is to play all colors in between.”

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James Malikey is a 25-year-old Belgian pianist, composer, artist, and singer-songwriter.

He creates and performs original piano music that is soothing, cinematic, and emotionally evocative. Along with his piano compositions, James also composes orchestral and ambient music. He crafts unique covers and mashups of well-known songs, reimagining them in various musical styles.

“My music is a key to enter a Different World.”

Drawing inspiration from nature, imagination, emotions, and his experiences within society, James channels these influences into his work. Through his music, James aims to transport you to a “Different World” — a place where you can momentarily leave behind life's struggles and challenges and immerse yourself in cherished memories, dreams, and the liberating power of imagination. It is a realm filled with love, light, and boundless freedom.

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