Southern Soul & Six Strings: Willie Williams

Send Johni & Jess a textOn this episode of The Hook with Johni & Jess, we sit down with guitarist and songwriter Willie Williams, whose sound blends country, blues, and Southern jam rock into something both rooted and fresh.We talk about his leap from corporate America to pursuing music full-time, the stories behind his debut album Trouble Follows Me, and the incredible musicians who helped bring the record to life — including Lee Roy Parnell, Steve Bassett, Bob Britt, Steve Hinson, Lynn Williams, Kevin McKendree, and Stewart Myers.Willie also performs two live songs during the episode, including one that is premiering for the first time on The Hook.Along the way we dive into songwriting, Nashville sessions, life on the road, and the influences that shaped his sound — plus a surprise Wolfman Jack connection that sends us down a wild radio rabbit hole.If you love Southern rock, great guitar playing, and real music stories, this one’s for you.To learn more about Willie and find out about future shows, go to:Website: www.williewilliamsmusic.com FB: facebook.com/WillieWilliamsMusicIG: www.instagram.com/willie_williams_musicApple Music: music.apple.com/us/artist/willie-williams/2507299Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/1nE9ShJ83rM2Fx6Pt0wsSRAnd a special thanks to Tod Weston Smith for sharing this incredible clip of your legendary Dad, 🎙️ Wolfman Jack. Learn more about Wolfman Jack Entertainment at: www.wjent.comMusic has the power to bring people together — and this September, Lightmakers is doing exactly that.Join the Richmond International Film Festival Thursday, September 24th for the Lightmakers Signature Series, a special night of live music featuring The Joey Davis Band, Rodney Stith and Richmond’s own Kyle Davis.It’s all part of RIFF’s 15th annual celebration of film, music and creativity happening September 22nd through the 27th.Support the showThank you for listening to The Hook with Johni & Jess. This is where we talk to musicians, artists, creators, and visionaries about the moment they got hooked—and the journey that followed.Learn more about our guests, watch episode highlights, and explore more stories at: https://www.johniandjess.comFollow The Hook on Facebook for new episodes, behind-the-scenes moments, and upcoming guest announcements: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588050877252If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it with someone who inspires you, and leave a review. Your support helps us continue telling the stories behind the hook.The Hook with Johni & Jess — where passion begins with a moment.