David Williams

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David Williams

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American rhythm guitarist, producer and songwriter,
Born November 21, 1950, Newport News, Virginia; died March 06, 2009, Hampton, Virginia. He collaborated with many artists including Earth, Wind & Fire, The Jacksons, George Howard, Boz Scaggs, Michelle Gayle, Michael Jackson, Madonna and Bryan Ferry / Roxy Music. He also was part of the back up band for The Temptations. His signature funky strumming famously anchors the end of Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean". Inducted into the Guinness World Records for being the guitarist appearing on the most No.1 hit records in the world.

With Bill Kinzi,and A. Shapiro, he co-composed the catchy song "No Negatives of You" used in the 1987 film, Terminal Exposure. He also sang lead on it.

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Song For Sathima

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Manenberg Revisited

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The Wedding

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Restraining Order - David E Williams

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Tuang Guru

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The Mountain

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Sameeda

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Restraining Order

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One More Day (Album Version)

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Chameleon

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October 19, 1977

Ulster Hall

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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July 17, 1977

Manchester Apollo

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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July 16, 1977

Manchester Apollo

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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June 20, 1977

Hammersmith Odeon

London, England, United Kingdom

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June 19, 1977

Hammersmith Odeon

London, England, United Kingdom

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American rhythm guitarist, producer and songwriter,Born November 21, 1950, Newport News, Virginia; died March 06, 2009, Hampton, Virginia. He collaborated with many artists including Earth, Wind & Fir... Read the full biography on this page.

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