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Ben Williams is a Grammy Award–winning jazz bassist, composer, vocalist, bandleader, and interdisciplinary artist whose work bridges music, culture, and social reflection. Raised in Washington, D.C., Williams emerged from the city’s rich musical ecosystem and quickly established himself as one of the most compelling voices of his generation.In 2009, Williams won the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. His dynamic musicianship and deep musical sensitivity have made him a sought-after collaborator, leading to work with artists such as Pat Metheny, David Sanborn, Robert Glasper, Herbie Hancock, Kamasi Washington, Jose James, Stefon Harris, Terrace Martin, Goapele, Andra Day, Somi, and many others across jazz, soul, and modern improvised music. Williams has won several Downbeat Magazine Critic’s Poll awards including Rising Star bassist (2013, 2015) and Rising Star Male Vocalist (2020).
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