Happy Holidays from William Bell and Wilbe Records !!!

 

Happy Holidays from William Bell and Wilbe Records !!!

With the entire globe weathering the current pandemic, William Bell and the Wilbe Records Family wish you comfort, hope and joy for the holidays as we all navigate these unprecedented times. Sincerest thanks for your continued support throughout the years!

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Bid on William Bell "Born Under a Bad Sign" Handwritten Lyrics....MORE HERE!!!

 

Bid on William Bell "Born Under a Bad Sign" Handwritten Lyrics....MORE HERE !!!

Bid on your chance to win handwritten lyrics from artists you love including William Bell... Auction Items & Details HERE !!!   The mission of the Americana Music Association® is to advocate for the authentic voice of American Roots Music around the world.

 

Michael Lington's Memphis Soul Music Special w/ special appearances by William Bell & Booker T Jones Sunday, September 27th !!!

INFO, REGISTRATION & TICKETS HERE !!!

William Bell Receives 2020 National Heritage Fellowship Award !!!

On June 23rd, The National Endowment for the Arts announced that William Bell is a 2020 Recipient of the Nation’s Highest Honor in the Folk and Traditional Arts....The National Heritage Fellowship Award!

“Each year the Heritage Fellowships highlight the distinct living traditions of communities around our nation, as well as how our fellows instill a sense of pride, beauty, and cultural continuity through their art,” said Mary Anne Carter, chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. Congrats are in order for Legendary Vocalist, Songwriter & Entrepreneur Mr. William Bell!  2020 National Heritage Fellows & More Info HERE !!!

William Bell, Al Bell and Martin Shore talk Social Justice Thursday, June 4th....RSVP Here !!!

William Bell, Al Bell and Martin Shore talk Social Justice Thursday, June 4th....RSVP Here !!!

The Take Me to the River Education Initiative presents... Social Justice Lessons from the Civil Rights Movement & Dr. King   Thursday, June 4th at 5 pm PST / 8 pm EST  featuring...   Legendary former STAX owner Al Bell  GRAMMY winning Singer-songwriter William Bell and Award Winning Filmmaker Martin Shore RSVP HERE !!! The Time for Change is Now....Don't Lose the Message!

THE "WIZARD" OF WILBE RECORDS.....

THE "WIZARD" OF WILBE RECORDS.....

William Bell's Wilbe Records is known for quality studio production and a distinctive patented sound. However, least known are the creative and technical forces behind the recorded output over the years.   Meet Reginald "Wizard" Jones....a multi-instrumentalist , writing partner to Mr. Bell and Wilbe Records' Chief Engineer. Born as Reginald Jones, he earned the nickname “Wizard” as a youngster, thanks to his skill at playing multiple instruments with his musician father in his hometown of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. As a Wilbe mainstay, "Wizard" has co-written and produced releases for artists such as Southern Soul powerhouse vocalist Jeff Floyd, gifted vocalist and pianist Lola, the dynamic Total Package Band and countless other label acts. As an in-demand keyboardist and music director, he has also toured with TLC, Toni Braxton, New Edition, Justin Bieber, Usher, Goodie Mob, Outkast and more! In 2008, Jones recorded his own album on Wilbe Records entitled "Roze's Garden" dedicated to his Grandmother. The release has been described as a testimony of high caliber musicianship and represents several styles, genres and expressions including Contemporary Jazz, R&B and Spoken Word. Ultimately "Roze's Garden" is an uplifting and thoughtful meditation on Life, Love and Lessons gained....well worth a listen! LISTEN AND PURCHASE "ROZE'S GARDEN" HERE !!!

Soul Legend William Bell and Saxophonist Michael Lington premiere New Video on YouTube Saturday, May 2nd !!!

Soul Legend William Bell and Saxophonist Michael Lington premiere a new video for Curtis Mayfield's anthemic "People Get Ready" on YouTube this Saturday, May 2nd. The song was previously recorded by the duo for inclusion on Michael's latest album "Silver Lining" and the video is created by multimedia artist Ginette Callaway. Join William and Michael this Saturday as they watch the premiere with you and will be ready to answer your questions and reply to comments! SET REMINDER AND WATCH HERE !!!

William Bell's "SAVE US" (Revised) still resonates today...

William Bell's "SAVE US" (Revised) still resonates today...

This version of "Save Us" is the lead track on the 1994 compilation "William Bell - Greatest Hits, Vol. 2", released on Wilbe Records with the lyrics re-appropriated to touch on timely subjects such as homelessness, gun violence and overcrowded jails. It was later included on Bell's "New Lease On Life" album as well. Another example of the lyrical mastery and consciousness penned by one of the most prolific songwriters of our time.....The Legendary William Bell!  Listen Now to "Save Us" on all digital platforms including....

William Bell & Staff sincerely wish you ALL Optimum Health & Recovery in every capacity!

William Bell's "SAVE US" still resonates today...

William Bell's "SAVE US" still resonates today...

Long regarded by record collectors as a genuine cult classic, William Bell's 1972 release "Phases of Reality" on Stax Records appropriately begins with the timely and timeless composition "Save Us". The song's lyrics deal with the drug epidemic of the early 70's and it's lasting effects on already impoverished communities and family dynamics. As was the case prior to the 70's and has been the case ever since, the subject matter is ever-present and still relative.   Comparable to topical 70's Soul classics released by such artists as Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield and more, "Save Us" is both thought provoking and healing, penned by one of the most prolific songwriters of our time.....The Legendary William Bell!  Listen Now to "Save Us" on all digital platforms including....

William Bell & Staff sincerely wish you ALL Optimum Health & Recovery in every capacity!

William Bell and Others Celebrate B.B King Feb. 16th and 17th !!!

William Bell joins a stellar roster of performers to celebrate the life and music of the undisputed King of the Blues......B.B. KING !!!   February 16th and 17th at The Capitol Theatre Port Chester, New York   DAILY LINEUPS, TICKETS AND GENERAL INFO HERE !!!