James Stewart

James Stewart is an Emmy-nominated, multi-SAMA award-winning, chart-topping singer/songwriter, producer, and musical entrepreneur.

James describes himself humbly as a “musician”- but his career speaks volumes. From fronting South African band The Usual—who gave the nation timeless #1 hits like “The Shape That I’m In” and “Like a Vision”—to crafting solo anthems such as “Shine”, “A Man Like Me”, and “Beautiful Mistake”, James has earned an special place in the hearts of music lovers.

Cape Town-born, he swapped a law career for music, taking a leap into the unknown and landing on stages around the globe. His work has reached audiences in the US, UK, Australia, and Asia, with “Prayer” earning an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Musical Composition/Arrangement. Along the way, he’s collaborated with music greats like multi-Emmy Award winner Andy Gundell and Grammy winner Julie Gold.