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Jarreau Williams Performing “Caught Up In The Rapture”

by The Alchemist. Photo by Erik Sharar

The “man with the golden pipes,” and Alexandria, VA native, Jarreau Williams, releases a stunning version of “Caught Up In The Rapture” as made fameous by Anita Baker.

The video debuted today on Jerreau’s YouTube Channel is part of his collection of cover songs intented to pay tribute to his influences while putting his own signature spin on the familiar. American R&B/soul singer Anita Baker made this song famous during the release of her sophomore album Rapture. Considered her breakout album, since its release in 1986 it has sold more than 8 million copies worldwide. 

Jerreau recorded audio and video at Herndon, VA’s Blue Room Studio with engineers Devin Spear and Conrad Osipowicz and videographer Carlos Gonzalez (Eyelum). Performing with Jarreau are: Barrett Johnson on vocals, Brandon Rutledge on bass guitar, Chris Lewis on keyboard, Cornell Webb on Drums, and Shelby Abb on guitar.

Find out more about Jarreau Wiliams and what inspires him on his website: www.jarreauwilliams.com

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