by Rick Landers. In a world of vibrant colors and soulful sound, it's no wonder photographer and blues belter Billy Williams (aka the Reverend Billy Rose!) picked up both a camera and a blues harp. Like many of his generation, Williams grew up with a love of music, but his rock interest fully ignited when he heard the opening riffs of "Purple Haze", notes that still resonate deep within the musician, the photographer, and the man. Fronting The Reverend Billy Rose! and the Legendary SoulShakers!!! as lead singer and blues harp player, Williams treats his fans with a dose of rock, rhythm and blues, and more than a little bit of soul. All the while, he's been a performance photographer capturing the likes of Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Otis Rush, Jeff Beck, Eric Johnson, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Robert Cray, Jimmie Vaughan, as well as the "Wham!" man, his friend of many years, the great Lonnie Mack...