Unique Characteristics:
Willie is a big time concert performer who is known for his legendary performances throughout the midwestern U.S.A.  He is charismatic showman who will simply rock you! Graffiti, a regional newspaper in West Virginia described Willie as a "....raging guitarist with a ton of attitude and stage presence."  His juiced up versions of classic blues tunes performed in his live show are also something that should not be missed.

Influences:  American roots rocker who is a fusion of blues, soul, and rock influences.  60's influences from British blues bands (Rolling Stones and Cream) to American soul (Wilson Pickett and Otis Redding).  All of this with a dose of 60's psychedelic rock showing up from time to time, and when you least expect!

As an artist, he is a prolific songwriter who writes at least four songs to every one included on his CD releases (averages one CD release per year).  Writes moving and soulful songs with infectious hooks.

As a musician, he's a talented guitarist who plays with great feel and intensity.  He was taught to play guitar by his father and bluesman the Reverend Willie J. Creagh, who played with such legends as Muddy Waters, Little Walter, and Sonny Boy Williamson 2 (Willie Jr's Godfather).  I guess good genes is the secret...

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Willie Phoenix