Then
Born and raised in South Louisiana, Julie Williams started her musical journey on stage at the young age of 4 years old. These early days were spent performing in her church and even traveling to other churches with her family band. By age 16, she had a jazz residency at a downtown Lafayette venue called Artmosphere.
Once she finished school, Julie was in search of something new and relocated to Music City, Nashville, TN. She performed in local honkey tonks and played along Broadway Avenue. After her Tennessee adventure, she took time to experience life in New Orleans and soak up some soul and grit. While in New Orleans, she performed at both large and small venues and at many festivals with a full band that toured across the U.S. before completing the circle back home.
TODAY
Williams rediscovered her roots and origin as she grew to love and appreciate her own region's culture. For the last 12 years, she has established a full-time music career in and around South Louisiana. In one weekend, you may find her in a recording studio, playing at a piano bar, or onstage at a festival. No matter where she is performing, Julie Williams' story resonates in her voice...reflecting soul, blues, jazz, and the occasional twang.