DENNIS WILLIAMS is an Instrumental ROCK guitarist and Composer from Toronto Ontario, Canada.
Inspired by the likes of Joe Satriani, George Lynch, Eddie Van Halen, Steve Stevens, Al Di Meola, Andy Timmons, John Petrucci and Vai.... His style ranges from straight ahead rock, surfer rock, Metal to Progressive Rock, Flamenco, Classical and Blues. Combining the wide range of influence and styles that Williams comes from is often times met with varied degree's of success, Williams pulls it off effortlessly, creating his own unique sound and style.
While many would argue the finer points on guitar greatness, is it speed, technique, flash or feel that makes a great guitarist? Williams answer is simple " Eddie Van Halen said it best...If it sounds good, it is good." End of discussion. Williams uses this approach in his writing, his feeling is, writing something that sounds good is more important than how fast you play or how many techniques you can jam into a song. With this in mind his compositions are tight, well written, expertly performed and convey a true emotional connection to the music. Not only is his stuff impressive to play, it sounds good. And for a guy who's modest about his ability his flash is as impressive as his feel.
Using Eddie Van Halens motto I can say this....It sounds GOOD, therefore it is GOOD! REALLY GOOD!
Dennis Williams continues to impress. One of Canada's best kept secrets!
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