Billy Thompson is an American singer, songwriter and guitar player, difficult to classify musically speaking In his songs, all them originals, he combines the slide guitar with a rough passionate voice, getting quite restrained but at the same time solid and deep nuances in every song he performs You will find a combination of styles and influences ranging from blues to rock, funk, New Orleans music, swamp pop or even the most daring soul Along his career Billy has played with Little Milton, Albert King, Earl King or Art Neville among many others Also in his more than twenty years on the road, Thompson has collaborated as guest musician with artists like The Doobie Brothers, Bill Payne, John Mooney or Ron Holloway to mention just a few His new album, the eighth one in his career as recording artist, includes twelve own songs, that reflect his interesting and tasteful work as composer, He develops with sensitivity and cleverness a collection of fine decorated songs displayed in a bright way Able and effective musician, this new album is probably one of his best ones up to date