Biography

Williams began his career at the age of fifteen as a radio and television commercial singer, and achieved success as a television and film composer in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. He fronted Toto as a lead vocalist from 1986 to 1988, and was featured on the albums ‘Fahrenheit’ (1986) and ‘The Seventh One’ (1988), and also appeared on the 2006 live album, ‘Falling in Between’, sharing lead vocals with band mate Steve Lukather on “Bottom of Your Soul.” In 2010 he returned to Toto, becoming front man and lead vocalist, a tenure that continues through today. He has released ten solo albums, and is an Emmy Award nominated film composer. His career as a session vocalist has placed his voice indelibly in pop culture through the dozens of performances in the medium of film, amongst which is his role as the adult Simba on The Lion King. Williams voice is featured on “Hakuna Matata” alongside “Can You Feel The Love Tonight.” Joseph Williams returns with his 11th solo album, ‘Denizen Tenant’, set for release on February 26th, 2021 via The Players Club / Mascot Label Group. Additionally, William’s Toto band mate, Steve Lukather, will release his solo album, ‘I Found The Sun Again’, on the same date. Both artists have made significant contributions to the other’s album.