Williams grew up in the tiny town of Lyttleton, New Zealand. As a kid he sang in choir, but as a teen he found his voice in country music, a genre his Maori punk-singer dad introduced him to.
The band is known for combining elements of rock, classical and electronic music. After making music together for over a decade, the members say they're aiming at a different goal.
Linda Wertheimer speaks with Eduardo Miranda and Elisa Bergersen about their project that enables paralyzed musicians to perform again through proxies.
Music reviewer Tom Moon says the latest from gospel-soul icon Mavis Staples is the most stirring of her recent releases. He reviews Livin' on a High Note.