Award-winning jazz vocalist Chris Williams to Perform Friday Night Concert at Steamers Cafe

December 26, 2007 - Chris Williams, local award winning jazz vocalist, will be performing at the Steamers Jazz Café on Friday, December 28, beginning at 8:00 PM. Canadian-born jazz vocalist Chris Williams has impressed audiences with his intense passion, vocal proficiency and musical maturity. He has built a loyal following, as his highly entertaining performances are met with great enthusiasm by people of all ages.

He has performed at many prestigious venues including The Bing Crosby Estate, Catalina Bar and Grill, The Jazz Bakery, Steamers Jazz Club, The Lighthouse, Charlie O's, The Ritz Carlton Jazz Series, Disneyland and California Adventure Theme Parks in addition to performances at many local jazz festivals. Chris has been received with great admiration and acclaim on tours in Europe (February 2004) and Canada (May 2005). In early 2007, Chris received the Orange County Music Award for Best Latin for his Latin jazz rendition of “Comes Love”.

Chris has been touted as a "Fabulous Find" by KLAC radio, featured on the Fox 11 News, and received radio recognition on KKJZ 88.1 FM with Helen Borgers and on KABC 790 AM with Doug McIntyre. In Canada, his music can be heard on AM740 in the Toronto area.

“Blessed with great intonation, a true sense of rhythm, and the stage presence of a seasoned veteran, Williams always delivers, and delivers well,” Terence M. Love, owner of Steamers said. "Don't miss this gifted, unpretentious gem.”

Entrance includes a small cover charge with a 2-item minimum. Steamers’ menu features lasagna and pasta specials, Thai curry dishes, Paninis, gumbo, meal-sized salads, gourmet pizzas, deli sandwiches and desserts. Steamers’ beverage service includes cocktails made from premium liquors, dozens of fine wines by the glass or bottle, and bottled beers. Available throughout the day is a wide array of international and flavored coffees and espresso drinks, plus ice-cold soft drinks including sodas, tropical iced tea, fruit drinks and sparkling bottled waters. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made by calling Steamers at 714-871-8800.