Shelley King is an Arkansas-raised soul singer who now bases out of Austin, Texas. She has developed a strong following since landing feet-first in the Lone Star State a few years back. In 2008, she was the first woman selected as the Texas State Musician, an honorary title bestowed by the state on its treasured musical acts. It's previously been given to Willie Nelson, Billy Joe Shaver, Ray Benson (Asleep at the Wheel) and Dale Watson.