Mike E James

When Mike E James initially stepped out as an openly gay singer-songwriter in his teens, he was the youngest to release a solo album Today, Mike is still a trailblazer in the industry as he raises his voice to show younger LGBTQ+ audiences that there’s variety in gay culture and entertainment.
Mike has scored many fans and multiple #1 hits with his soulful, edgy sound. Early on, Mike garnered extensive support on college radio and local markets for his Matthew Shepard tribute “Scarecrow” He also appeared on the cover of Oasis Magazine and received the International Bear Horizon Music award for his album Finding in 2007. With headline performances at many gay pride events and nightclubs, Mike shed his “boy-next-door” image to embrace his true identity. In 2011, he appeared on a non-televised taping of Good Morning America for the “’80s themed” episode to pay homage to one of his influences, Tiffany. He also hosted a drive-time rock radio show that produced many events and commercials.