Shawn James, a musical preacher to a flock that accepts everyone, blends the gospel choirs of his Chicago youth with classical opera training into a soul-steeped sound rooted in blues legends like Robert Johnson and Son House. His song "Through the Valley" gained massive fame after being featured in The Last of Us Part II trailer, racking up over 60 million streams. Catch his powerhouse voice live at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on September 22, 2026!