2 May 2015

Marlon Williams: Local vocal virtuoso

From RNZ Music, 2:00 pm on 2 May 2015

Marlon Williams photo by Justyn Strother

Marlon Williams first came to the attention of local music fans as the lead singer of Lyttelton country band The Unfaithful Ways around 2008, and he’s been the honey-voiced young buck alongside Delaney Davidson’s gravel-worn stallion for three albums of country songs. 

Now resident in Melbourne, the 24-year-old has just released his self-titled solo debut, a diverse showcase of different styles, from country ballads, to lush 60s pop.

Kirsten Johnstone speaks to Marlon Williams about his early influences and inspiration.

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