Tonight’s Artist: Shelley King

Shelley King is a Texas music icon and the first woman named Official State Musician by the Texas Legislature. A multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and bandleader, she blends folk, rock, Texas blues, and Americana with soulful storytelling. Over her decades-long career, Shelley has been a songwriter, producer, label owner, and community advocate, self-releasing all her work. Her contributions to Texas music earned her the prestigious State Musician honor.

With multiple Austin Music Awards and songs recorded by artists like Delbert McClinton, Shelley continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her powerful performances and timeless songwriting.