In 1928 Williams traveled to Chicago where he temporarily fronted Dave Peyton's band at the Regal Theatre.
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During this time he recorded many of his own compositions such as Friction, Here 'Tis and his highest selling record, Hot Town.
It was the best selling record for Fess Williams throughout his entire career, which spanned over several decades.
Askia-Williams is married to American Rudolph 'Rudy' Williams, nephew of Ron Everette and grandson of Fess Williams; together the couple have two children - daughter Teesa Olympia and son Rudolph Junior.
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