James Domestic grew up in Essex, though now resides in Suffolk. He holds a doctorate from the University of Essex, has toured the world with his hardcore punk band, The Domestics, and made records with more bands than is healthy or sensible. He's a vinyl DJ, specialising in reggae, funk and soul, and paints in a folk-art style. He lives with his partner, Lucy, and their two cats, Freddie Fuzzles and Susan The Cat.