Growing up in Chicago, acclaimed singer/songwriter Shawn James started out his musical journey studying opera and classical singing in a Pentecostal Church. Now, in 2021, that journey has brought him to the release of his stunning new album, The Guardian Collection. (Find the vinyl version here.) With the release of the album, and fantastic covers of “Rake” by Townes Van Zandt and “Like A Stone” by Audioslave, there was plenty to talk about with Shawn but, where better to start, than at the beginning of his wonderful musical story. Thanks for your time Shawn, how is life treating you at the moment? Shawn James: “In spite of all the obstacles 2020 has presented, I truly can’t complain in the grand scheme of things.” Let’s start at the beginning and your early days singing in Gospel Ch...
