billy Strings (born William Apostol; October 3, 1992) is an American bluegrass musician. He has won a Grammy Award and released four albums, all of which have been critically acclaimed. He is known for his virtuosic guitar playing and his ability to blend traditional bluegrass with other genres, such as rock, folk, and country.
Strings was born in Lansing, Michigan, and grew up in Muir, Michigan. His father died of a heroin overdose when he was two years old, and his mother remarried Terry Barber, an accomplished amateur bluegrass musician. Strings regards Barber as his father.
Billy covers Running on empty~
Strings began playing guitar at the age of 12, and he quickly developed a reputation as a prodigy. He moved to Nashville in 2016, and he quickly became one of the most popular bluegrass musicians in the city. His live shows are known for their energy and excitement, and he has won over fans of all ages.
Strings' music is a blend of traditional bluegrass and other genres. He is influenced by a wide range of musicians, including Tony Rice, Doc Watson, and Jerry Garcia. His guitar playing is technically brilliant, but it is also full of emotion. He is able to create a wide range of sounds on his guitar, from delicate fingerpicking to driving electric solos.
Fearless
In 2019, Strings released his third album, Home. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album. In 2021, he released his fourth album, Renewal. The album won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album, making Strings the youngest person to win the award.
in the morning light~
Strings is one of the most exciting and talented musicians of his generation. He is pushing the boundaries of bluegrass music, and he is bringing new fans to the genre. He is a true original, and he is sure to continue to be a major force in music for years to come.
"california sober" with willy nelson
long journey home~
Here are some of Billy Strings' most notable achievements:
Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album (2021)
Billboard Music Award for Top Bluegrass Artist (2021)
ACM Award for New Artist of the Year (2021)
IBMA Guitar Player of the Year (2020)
IBMA Emerging Artist of the Year (2018)
