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Blood Done Sign My Name is the stage name of Mary D. Williams, a Raleigh-born gospel singer, historian, and educator whose work bridges performance and scholarship. Known for a powerhouse psalmist style influenced by Mahalia Jackson, Williams blends traditional spirituals with contemporary gospel storytelling. She is also a co-author of the Mahalia Jackson biography Moving On Up a Little Higher, written with Timothy Tyson, underscoring her dual role as artist and historian. This page highlights her biography, notable discography, and upcoming tour activity in North Carolina and beyond.