The press attributes Willis’ appeal to "tenacious charm." Committed to the preservation of cabaret as an art form, Willis’ performances are simple, straightforward, and accessible – a mixture of heartfelt stories, significant old standards, and well-crafted original songs. A transplant from North Carolina by way of New York City, Willis currently lives and works in beautiful Westchester County, New York. Folks on the East Coast will remember Willis' regular performances at Eighty-Eight's and his recent appearances at The Firebird Cafe in New York City and Odette's in nearby New Hope, Pennsylvania. Folks in the Bay Area can catch Willis from time to time at San Francisco’s legendary Plush Room.