Maestro Fresh Wes

Canadian rapper Wesley "Wes" Williams also works as a record producer, actor, and novelist. As a musician, he is better known by his stage names Maestro Fresh Wes or Maestro, and as an actor, he is recognized by his given name. He is known as the "Godfather of Canadian hip hop" and was one of the first Canadian rappers to find success on the international stage. His debut album, Symphony in Effect, was the first Black Canadian musician to have a record certified platinum. At age 11, Williams became interested in hip-hop music. At the age of 15, he met DJ Ron Nelson, who on his radio show on 88.1 CKLN-FM popularized Williams' songs under the alias Melody MC.