Wil Power
This band is an energetic ensemble fronted by seasoned guitarist Wil Richardson. Wilbert has performed all over the United States as well as Internationally. Wil was born and grew up in middle Louisiana where he attended Southern University. It was here that he developed the love and appreciation for true musicianship. Having performed in bands that constantly crossed paths and gained the respect of fellow musicians like Randy Jackson (American Idol), Patches Stewart, Charlie Singleton (Cameo),Wynton and Bradford Marcellas,and being exposed to the genous of Alvin (Doc) Batiste: Wil had no choice but to make sure he was always on his game musically. He is one of the founders of the MCA records recording group LA. Connection; a funk and R&B band produced by Larry Blackmon of Cameo. Wilbert has extensive live performance and studio recording cridentials. Early in his career he worked as lead guitarist for chart topping soul singer Joe Simmon. He was the guitarist for Polydor recording artists Alton Mcclain and Destiny who were one of Teddy Pendergrass' opening acts during his grammy years. Wilbert has performed as guitarist on many concerts over his long career as a professional guitarist. Some of his studio recording credits include: guitarist on the band 7th Wonder's Polydor release, guitarist on La connection's "Now Apperaring" MCA records release, guitarist on the movie sound track to Tyler Perry's "Daddy's Little girl". Wilbert has shared the stage with some of the greatest artist of our time such as Marvin Gaye, Smokie Robinson, Chic, Cameo, The Gap Band, The Barcays, The O'Jays, Roy Ayers, Frankie Beverly & Maze, Rick James, Con Funk Shun, The Daze Band, SOS Band, Atlantic Star, Lake Side, Kool & The Gang, Sister Sledge, The Manhattans and others. Favorite artists and influences include Spyro Gyra, Yellow Jackets, Peter White, Earl Klugh, Jonathan Butler, Earh, Wind, Fire to name a few.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We aare available for any type of occassion. we also backup neo-soul artist Casuell. www.myspace.com/casuell
Your musical influences
Spyro Gyra, Peter White, Chuck Loeb, Jonathan Butler, Earth Wind& Fire, Yellow Jackets, Earl Klugh, Lee Ritnoir, Paul Brown, George Benson, Norman Brown, Wes Montgomery, Ernie Isley, Michael Toles, Tim Bowman, Russ Freeman and The Rippingtones,Paul Jackson,Jr.
What equipment do you use?
1975 Gibson Les paul , 1977 Fender Telecaster, Ibenez Artcore, Line6 FlextoneIII
Anything else?
Atlanta Artist if you're ready to put it out there live,then you should contact Wil Power. I've got bands ready to do your music, what ever the type. A stable of professional musicians that can give you the sound and look you need to keep them shouting for more. I have years of proven live performance experience coupled with professional dance choreograher,vocal coach, stage presence groomer, we can make it happen.
