Closing Bell: Bill Withers at BAM

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Bill Withers has led a reclusive life for the past couple of decades since he dropped out of the spotlight. Documentary filmmakers Damani Baker and (Brownstoner brother-in-law) Alex Vlack managed, over the course of the last several years, to earn the trust of the legendary songwriter and have put together a compelling documentary on the man and his music; if you attended the Bill Withers tribute concert in Prospect Park a couple of years ago, you’ll recognize some of the footage. The result, Still Bill, will be making a one-night stand tonight at BAM. If you hustle you can make the 4:30 show. We’ll be in the audience at the 6:50 screening (which is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers) and there’s a final one at 9:30. You can purchase tickets here and learn more about the movie here.

By Brownstoner |