James Johnson, Jr.

James Johnson Jr., a highly acclaimed Gospel Music Stellar Award nominee & Grammy-nominated songwriter, has made a significant impact in the music industry. He received an exceptional education from the Baltimore City Public School System, graduating from the prestigious Baltimore School for the Arts & further honing his skills at the renowned Peabody Conservatory.  As the Pastor of Worship @ First Sterling Baptist Church in Sterling, Virginia, James continues to inspire & uplift others through his musical talents. His versatility as a performer, musician, & producer has afforded him the privilege of sharing the stage with artists such as Tyler Perry, Bill Cosby, Tye Tribbet, Troy Sneed, The Arkansas Gospel Mass Choir, Alvin Slaughter, Maurette Brown-Clark, Stephen Hurd, Jonathan McReynolds, Erica Campbell, Bishop Marvin Sapp, Pastor John P. Kee +. Notably, James is also a music artist affiliated w/ Blacksmoke Music Worldwide, further solidifying his presence in the industry.