June, 20, 2007 Mesa Arizona —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.
Tomorrow’s Sun is available for purchase through www.cdbaby.com, and individual tracks can be purchased for download at the album’s web site, www.tomorrowssun.com
Billy Skinners Debut Album
Billy Skinner's debut album entitled Tomorrow’s Sun, is available for purchase
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?.. To make a long story short,
seventeen months ago, Will had a full head of hair and has since lost most of
it....He..s probably using ..Just for Men.. to darken what..s left of it....(just
kidding Will.) 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!
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Hey there! Stephen from Emerald Honor here! Just wanted to say thanks for being our friend! :) Be sure to stay tuned for BIG updates in the VERY NEAR future, including; new music, layout, pics, and tour dates! Spread the word like wildfire and help bring us to your town! Thanks for ALL of your support!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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headin back to Tempe for ONE LAST SHOW at the Last Exit (before they close the doors) on Saturday April 18th...and you know Billy Skinner's presence is requested
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