Dave Williams(1972-2002)
- Actor
- Music Department
- Composer
Dave Williams was an American vocalist best known as the original lead singer for the nu metal band Drowning Pool.
He grew up in Princeton, Texas, living with his parents Charles Edward and Jo-Ann Williams. In 1999, he joined Drowning Pool, who had formed in 1996 and had previously performed as an instrumental three-piece. The band released their debut album with Williams, Sinner, in 2001. Williams soon gained recognition for his performances with the band; his nickname 'Stage' came from Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell, who gave it to him because of his known stage personality.
Williams was ranked in the Top 100 metal vocalists of all time by Hit Parader at #82.
He grew up in Princeton, Texas, living with his parents Charles Edward and Jo-Ann Williams. In 1999, he joined Drowning Pool, who had formed in 1996 and had previously performed as an instrumental three-piece. The band released their debut album with Williams, Sinner, in 2001. Williams soon gained recognition for his performances with the band; his nickname 'Stage' came from Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell, who gave it to him because of his known stage personality.
Williams was ranked in the Top 100 metal vocalists of all time by Hit Parader at #82.
