James Pants, born James Singleton, is an American multi-instrumentalist and music producer known for his eclectic style that blends elements of funk, soul, electronic, pop, and psychedelic music. Emerging in the late 2000s, he became associated with the independent label Stones Throw Records, where he released his debut album "Welcome" in 2008. His music stands out for its lo-fi aesthetic and use of vintage synthesizers, drawing inspiration from a variety of sources including 1980s R&B, library music, and New Age. Pants' work is considered influential in the development of the modern "beat" scene and the resurgence of interest in analog synthesis.