At the crossroads of blues and American roots music you’ll find Brooks Williams. “Setting new standards and a fresh direction for the blues,” says Blues In Britain, and creating a “beautiful fusion” - Keys And Chords
Brooks Williams was born in Statesboro, Georgia, (the town made famous by the classic song Statesboro Blues), and did his apprenticeship in the small bars and coffeehouses of New York and Boston. In those early years he was the “first call” opening act for Taj Mahal, Rory Block, Chris Smither, Shawn Colvin, Maria Muldaur, David Bromberg and Leo Kottke. It got him in front of some pretty spectacular audiences, and set the course for his future career.
The result of those early years is an unflagging career that goes from strength to strength. Twenty-eight solo recordings to date, a dizzying tour schedule, and a fabulous ambassador for all things acoustic roots guitar.
Brooks Williams performs hundreds of solo and band shows throughout Europe, North America and the UK each year and regularly collaborates with an impressive list of fellow musicians, including Hans Theessink, Guy Davis, Sally Barker, Boo Hewerdine, Paul Jones, and Rab Noakes.
Ranked in the Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists, he’s a mean finger-picker and a stunning slide guitarist. Plus, “he has a beautiful voice,” says AmericanaUK, “that you just melt into.” That voice earned Brooks a nomination for Best Male Vocalist by Spiral Earth, one of the UK's most respected roots music publications.
He's no slouch as a songwriter, and has an impeccable ear for a good cover. “Williams’ original songs are typically sophisticated musically, and yet sound immediately familiar – a sign of a skilled songwriter.” - Down At The Crossroads
His massive repertoire spans classic roots and blues. Check out his version of Dave Alvin’s “King Of California” and follow it with Williams’ instant classic, “Gambling Man.”
Doors open at 6:15 p.m.; concert starts at 7 p.m.
Opening acts are Jessica Jones and Jesse Lopez.
$10 general admission, $5 members and students w/ ID; free for ages 12 and younger. (Become a member and save!)
Baked goods, coffee, tea, and water available for purchase in the Community Center.