Billy Strings - Wikipedia
Billy Strings (born William Lee Apostol, October 3, 1992) is an American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and bluegrass musician. [1] He has released four studio albums, with his album Home winning the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album in 2021.
How Billy Strings Picked His Way to the Other Side
Sep 27, 2021 · How Billy Strings Picked His Way to the Other Side At 28, the singer and guitarist is bluegrass’s new transgressive star. A decade ago, he didn’t expect to live this long.
The Story of Strings: The Newest Legendary Flat-picker Billy Strings ...
Mar 12, 2018 · Billy Strings, a nickname given to him at a young age by his Aunt Mondi, grew up in rural Michigan and was thrown into the world of music from the day he was born. His father, his grandfather, his great-grandfather, are all accomplished musicians.
Billy Strings, 21st Century Bluegrass Rock Star, Is Trying Very ... - GQ
Sep 26, 2024 · When he learned the disappointing truth, the 31-year-old Michigander wondered what his music—rooted in the bluegrass he began learning as a toddler, but with wild branches into heavy metal,...
Billy Strings: Childhood guitar mastery to dream weaver - Local …
Dec 23, 2023 · Most fans by now know the story of how William Apostol got his famous Billy Strings stage name – from an aunt impressed by his bluegrass guitar prowess.
Jumping into the Deep End: A Conversation with Billy Strings
Oct 18, 2017 · Guitar virtuoso Billy Strings (born William Apostol) is on the road somewhere between here and there, when he picks up the phone. That question “Where exactly?” gives him pause. “The other day, I couldn’t remember where I was,” he admits, a note of earnestness betraying his 25 years of age.
The Amazing Billy Strings | Features | Northern Express
Nov 18, 2012 · Local legend has it that dozens of jaws hit the floor when 19-year-old Strings walked into the celebrated Round Up open mic at the Hayloft outside Traverse City last summer and started to play.
Billy Strings Is The Guitar God Of The Decade - UPROXX
Sep 27, 2024 · For about 90 minutes, Strings shares his life story, which has already become an integral part of the Grammy winner’s mythos. He talks about growing up in rural Michigan as William Lee Apostol,...
A conversation with Billy Strings - by Alan Paul - Substack
Mar 28, 2022 · I interviewed Billy Strings a few months back for Guitar World. The story is in the current issue… but it’s so small… too small for his talent and for the great conversation I had with him. So I’m presenting it to you here, just lightly edited for clarity and brevity . I had not seen Billy live yet when we spoke.
The Unlikely Renewal of Billy Strings - SPIN
Sep 29, 2021 · Billy Strings is the new face of bluegrass. He explains how he escaped an opioid-stricken town by the love of his guitar