Denver, Colorado-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter DJ Williams has released “Black Man”, the lead single from his forthcoming debut solo album, Soldier of Love, due out on June 29th 2023 via Perception Records. The soul-stirring blues-rock stomp, which features contributions from vocalist Kanika Moore (Doom Flamingo) and pedal steel guitarist Roosevelt Collier (Trouble No More, Jelly Roll), explores the complicated, conflicting layers of the Black male existence in America.
Well known for his raw talent on six strings and captivating presence on stage, DJ Williams wastes no time making a statement on his first official single under his own name. “Black Man” surges forth with a resounding blend of distorted guitar riffs and thunderous drums alongside harmonized layers of Moore’s supporting vocals and a searing guitar solo performed by by Collier, a three-time Grammy Award nominee. Williams’ artistry shines through as he navigates the depths of his own emotions, expressing the complexities of a life marked by both resilience and struggle with a steely, unwavering resolve.
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“Black Man” serves as fans’ first taste of Soldier of Love, due out next month. The album’s production was helmed by the acclaimed up-and-coming producer Jay.Greens, founder of Denver, CO’s Perception Records. Together, Williams, Jay.Greens, and co-producer Josh Fairman (SunSquabi) forged a collection of songs that reverberate with the authenticity of an artist growing, evolving, and taking his place in the spotlight. In addition to Kanika Moore and Roosevelt Collier, DJ Williams is joined on Soldier of Love by a long list of guests including drummer/vocalist Isaac Teel (TAUK), drummer Alan Evans (Soulive), and more.
“This record is an absolute labor of love,” explained DJ Williams in a press statement. “It was created over time to reflect my vision of where I am musically, with a nod to those who came before and inspired me.”
Williams has undertaken a long musical journey to get to this point in his career, gracing stages across the globe with the likes of Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe and more. He enters summer 2023 armed with a slew of new material, and his eyes set firmly on a bright future.
Stream “Black Man” by DJ Williams on Spotify here and watch the music video for the track, produced by River North Media Company, below. For more on DJ Williams, follow him on Facebook and Instagram or visit his website here.
DJ Williams ft. Kanika Moore, Roosevelt Collier – “Black Man” (Official Video)
DJ Williams ft. Kanika Moore, Roosevelt Collier – “Black Man” (Official Video)
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