The ground breaking debut album by Billy Skinner, entitled Tomorrow’s Sun, is
available for purchase after its highly anticipated release in October 2006.
Described by listeners as a combination of country rock, folk, and the blues,
Tomorrow’s Sun is a heartfelt journey through a life inspired by family,
friends, love, and music.
Tomorrow’s Sun features 14 original tracks including the contemplative
“Raindrops in a River,” and an emotional tune called “The Flame Within.” Also
included are the reflective, “Don’t Wanna Go,” and the upbeat song for which the
album was titled, “Tomorrow’s Sun.” Influenced by a wide array of music and
events, Billy’s album truly encompasses the originality and individuality that
is Indie rock. Tomorrow’s Sun features songs about love, loss, family, and war,
and there is optimism in each tune that is easy to relate to. All of Billy’s
songs can be sampled at the album’s web site,
www.tomorrowssun.com , which also
allows fans to leave comments, keep up to date with reviews and news, view
photos, and read lyrics.
Billy’s journey as a musician started later in life than most, as he decided to
teach himself to play the guitar at age 38. Prior to that, he spent 23 years as
a competitive distance runner, and the same dedication and ambition he applied
to his running transitioned seamlessly to writing songs. When comparing his love
for running with his love for making music, Billy said, “God gave me a talent
for running, and I wasn’t able to seize the opportunities that came with that. I
feel like music, for me, was a second chance to use my talents.” He continued,
“I really latched onto that, because talent should never be wasted.”
The most difficult component of completing Tomorrow’s Sun was finding musicians
who shared Billy’s ambition and musical goals for the album, since he is a solo
act. He recalled when he first approached William Ferraro at East Side Mansion
Recording Studio in Tempe, Arizona in March 2005. “When Will found out that I
wanted to record 14 of my own songs with full-band sound and no band in sight,
he knew it was going to be a challenge. He asked if I could play to a click
track, to which I responded, ‘What’s a click track?’” After several months of
hard work, and the assistance of several talented people by Billy’s side,
Tomorrow’s Sun was finally polished and ready for fans in October 2006.
For more information, please contact:
Name: Billy Skinner
Street Address: 8802 E. University DR #90
City, State, Zip: Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone: (480) 357-8579
E-mail:
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Biography: To say that I started music late compared to most, is an understatement. I didn’t get serious about music until November of 1998, and I didn’t write my first song until 2001. Better late than never, right?? I was too busy running 70-80 miles a week as a competitive distance runner for 23 years. During that time, I always had a great love for music. People around me say I have a decent voice and suggested that I try to use my talents, so I naturally progressed from there. Some might say that they created a monster.
My journey began in Clearwater, FL and I was raised in Germany, Kentucky and Tennessee, but mostly Georgia. Moving was part of being an army brat, as my dad was in the Army for 23 years. Since almost all of that time was in the South, my roots are definitely southern. People say that they hear it in my music, though sometimes I think that my influences are so varied, that I can’t even hear it. I just write and play it the way I feel it, and thank God that it happens.
I visited East Side Mansion Recording Studio in March 2005 and introduced myself to owner/engineer William Ferraro. When Will found out that I wanted to record fourteen of my own songs with full-band sound and no band in sight, he knew it was going to be a challenge. He then asked if I could play to a “click track”, to which I responded, “What’s a click track?” I think I have definitely tested his mettle. I’ve gone a little crazy myself, but it’s been more than worth the effort. Meeting Will and some other great people along the way, has really helped me grow in my music, and I’m eternally grateful.
People ask me, “Who do you sound like?” and I never have a clear answer. Some who have listened to my CD say it sounds like anything from southern to country rock, to folk music with a touch of the blues. To me, I’m just Billy and when I play I’m thinking of myself and the story I want to tell my audience; I don’t emulate anyone. I listen to anything: Sinatra, Hendrix, Megadeth, Little Feet, Skynard….anything. My favorite current band is AudioSlave. Personally, I don’t think I sound like any of these influences, but what other people hear is wide open. I just want to touch people on some level. Hopefully, ya’ll like what you hear.
To all of you, this CD is dedicated to tears, fears, a few cold beers, friends & lovers, & just great sex Ya’ll!
The ground breaking debut album by Billy Skinner, entitled Tomorrow’s Sun, is
available for purchase after its highly anticipated release in October 2006.
Described by listeners as a combination of country rock, folk, and the blues,
Tomorrow’s Sun is a heartfelt journey through a life inspired by family,
friends, love, and music.
