Esco Williams is a solo artist, vocalist, singer and songwriter from Liverpool. He describes himself as a “Soul Powered Nerd” and works across soul, R&B and hip hop-influenced music, with a smooth vocal style and an energetic live presence.

Background

Williams is born in 1986 and starts making music at 17. His work is rooted in Liverpool and he is associated with a playful, self-aware performance style alongside a strong emphasis on vocal delivery.

Career

He performs as part of the Sense of Sound Choir and also appears as a solo act. His profile grows through airplay on Radio 1Xtra, FLAVA and AKA TV. He also performs with a range of artists, including The RZA, DEAD PREZ and Brian Culbertson.

Style and comparisons

Williams’ voice is described as evocative and expressive, with a rich R&B and soul feel. His performance style is compared with artists such as Aloe Blacc, Al Green, Musiq Soulchild and Cee-Lo Green, while his stage energy is presented as more rock-oriented and swaggering.