Darryl Williams: Press

Smooth jazz is the heartbeat of San Diego and the quality of the music that is currently flowing from this sun kissed city appears to know no bounds. New releases from Bradley Leighton, Patrick Yandall and Larry White have all served to raise the bar and the latest artist to come up with an absolute gem is bass and keyboard player Darryl Williams. ‘That Was Then’ is bursting with the distinct vibe synonymous with this unique part of Southern California, includes ten of Williams own compositions and bears testimony to the fact that he is very much the real contemporary jazz deal. <bgsound src="http://darrylwilliamsmusic.com/audio/DARRYL_WILLIAMS-Time.mp3" loop="infinite"> Also check out the myspace page

"That Was Then" is by far the best independent release of 2007. It's more than just smooth jazz. It is Fresh jazz. Every track has something unique to offer the listener. That Was Then is only the beginning.


Ric Gould - Host/Producer
The Original Sunday Morning Jazz Radio Program
KXPT 97.1 Las Vegas

Some rare moments I've been able to kick back and enjoy a cd from start to finish. A few come to mind including Darryl's new sensational well produced release".

A Fine Music Statement...
Keep up the fantastic work! Rhythms, melodies and tonality. You're a force to be reckoned

Fantastic - Outstanding - Great
I came across Darryl by association with SmoothJazzSpace.Com, how fortunate I am to know this very talented musician and his great work.. As the smooth jazz industry continues to promote the same 25 artist year after year, it becomes more important for other great independent musicians to support one another. That's why I'll do all I can to promote brother Darryl Williams as I promote my own music. He is truly a great artist who deserves to have his music heard around the world just like the other great bass players and composers... This CD is definitely one to purchase and enjoy!

That Was Then - Darryl Williams :
Having lived much of his career as a sideman, bassist Darryl Williams has backed many of the brightest and best on the contemporary scene including the likes of Chaka Khan and Angela Bofill while also having played in support of fellow smooth jazz musicians such as Evan Marks, Patrick Yandall, and others. However, after two-and-a-half decades of "playing in the shadows", Williams finally grabs a spot in the limelight, and rightly so, with his long-overdue solo debut. In addition to his bass duties, Williams composed a majority of the selections while also doubling as producer for the project. The result is a great first effort with many of the tracks setting a mood that's simply perfect, be it for laid-back listening or for some late night lounging - from that release, we're featuring the mellow groove of the title track!!