Biography

Contact:
Billy Swinson
bswinson71@gmail.com
(904) 465-6502
One-Sheet located in Press Images

Billy Swinson is a mandolinist / singer / songwriter that performs with regional bluegrass bands in the Florida scene. Originally from Eastern North Carolina with roots in bluegrass festivals and fiddler's conventions in the late 80's and later a member of various bands in the area where he met and performed with some tremendously talented musicians.

In 2003, Billy moved to Florida and quickly got back in the mix with the regional bands and the festival scene and after years of interaction with bluegrass community, collaborated with some artists to produce an album that will be sure to satisfy the listener. His collection of songs has elements of americana, roots, gospel, traditional bluegrass, jam-grass as well as the fan favorite title track of the album, Greener Grass, which is a powerhouse driving tune that you won’t want to miss.

"This is such a refreshing album to make me fall in love with bluegrass all over again! Billy's voice is lonesome, solid & happily nostalgic. I didn't Billy was such a prolific write, all these years he has been holding out on me! I am extremely impressed, the sky's the limit for this kind of talent! All these tunes are catchy, and will be soothing ears for a long while! It will take a while to pick a favorite, because I love them all! So well done and masterfully crafted. This is a project Billy can certainly be proud of!
Great job Billy Swinson! I'm proud to know you!"
~ Donna Hughes

“I’ve known Billy for at least 35 years. He’s assembled an all star cast of players that showcases his songwriting and exciting arrangements on this collection of tunes. I’m so proud of my friend & hope you’ll go download “Pieces” now! “
~ Gena Britt

"The album has so much emotion and real life behind the songs, great album. I'll review your cd as excellent as they come!"
~ Big Al Weekely


"Billy Swinson’s new single, ‘Greener Grass’ has all of the elements of a classic bluegrass song. On first listen, I heard all the good stuff; drive, passion, murder plots, relationship quarrels, tone, and even a little mash. I enjoyed the musical story Swinson wrote. His mandolin playing is on point and you can hear hints of Steffey in there.

Alongside with Swinson, this single is stacked instrumentally making the tune and solos exciting and solid. Bronwyn Keith-Hynes’s award winning fiddle playing will satisfy any bluegrass lover. This fiddle playing queen was a great choice for this Billy. Great delivery and drive from the fiddle giving this single an extra tasty layer. Randy Kohrs nails a great Reso break, adding in some solid harmonies. Kohrs also produced and recorded the song. Top quality production. Jason Owen’s lead vocals are grassy and very well delivered. Scott Vestal adds his masterful taste, tone, and drive with his banjo track. Aubrey King holds down the rhythm, and all with the help of country icon Josh Turner’s full time bassist, Evan Winsor. I would strongly recommend the listen to any bluegrass, Americana or country fans! Cant wait to hear the rest of the album. Straight Grass!"
~Molly Monroe for Uncut Grass March 2023