Mel Williams

1950s-1970s soul vocalist and songwriter from Los Angeles, California. Often worked with George Motola. Mel Williams a local and International entertainer has performed all over the world. From a tour in the most popular destinations in Spain, The Canary Islands to Shows in Nashville, Philly, and of course locally including all of the Elegant and happening spots in So. Fla. His career started at a bingo hall where his dad worked . Young Mel sang impromptu for the attendants there that night and walked away with a pocket full of nickels, dimes, and quarters. Since then , however the rewards have grown considerably, But, the same spirit endures within. From opening acts with the likes of Gospel Greats Shirley Ceasar, and the Mighty Clouds of Joy, To Blues legends Bo Diddley, or Little Peggy Marsh, or Do Wop legends The Mystics and the list goes on even thru opening for Sid Justin Of the Miracles fame , and Opening act for Clarence Carter remember ….' Strokin' Mel Williams is affiliated with numerous acts which includes Jessi Campo , DeeDee Wilde , Blues Man Bobby Stringer and is a member of The SenSations A Motown tribute act also a member of a Tribute to The Platters