We had a great conversation with artist, songwriter, actor & author Billy Vera on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about so many things from family, music, career, passion, sacrifices, he told some really amazing stories to a whole lot more. You have to hear how it all began with him many years ago! WOW what an amazing story!
Billy Vera is a singer, actor and author who just released his latest book, A Dollop of Toothpaste. The book is Billy’s fourth, but first fictional novel. It tells the story of guitarist Johnny Santoro, his 98 year old uncle Nicky, head of the New Orleans Mafia, his best friend Pete Holman and Johnny’s young lover Paulette de Saint Marie from the wealthy suburb of Old Greenwich, Connecticut. It can be purchased on Amazon here.
The son of radio announcer Bill McCord, Billy began his singing and songwriting career in the 1960s, his most successful record being “At This Moment”, a US #1 hit in 1987. Billy also penned Dolly Parton’s #1 hit, “I Really Got the Feeling.” He continues to perform today with his group, Billy Vera & the Beaters, and won a Grammy in 2013. His mother was also a member of the Ray Charles Singers backing Perry Como on his TV show and hit records.
Billy was born in Southern California and grew up in New York. Aside from his singing career, he is also a music historian and collects vintage records. You can view his Instagram here.
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