Billy Yesudian
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| Billy Yesudian | |
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| Birth name | William Yesudian |
| Origin | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Genre(s) | Rap Rock Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Songwriter Rapper Singer Designer |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Label(s) | YES! Music |
| Website | http://www.billyyesudian.com |
Billy Yesudian (b. William Yesudian) is a songwriter, rapper, singer and designer currently located in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu. He is well-known for his song "Waves of Compassion" (written to help people affected by the 2004 Tsunami). Other popular songs are "I Will Never Walk Alone", "I Found Love" and "When Tears Fall".[1][2]
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[edit] Music History
Billy has been writing songs since high school. He recorded his first song "I Found Love" in 2002.[1] The song was featured in the compilation album WOW India released by GenX Entertainment. Since then, he has recorded a few more songs which have become popular. The Star Entertainment Network used his song "When Tears Fall" for promotional advertisement campaigns.[3] Also, Billy's song "I Will Never Walk Alone" was used as the title track for the TV program "Solutions" which was produced by CBN. However, the most successful of his songs to date has been "Waves of Compassion" which was written and recorded to help people affected by the 2004 Tsunami which hit South Asia. "Waves of Compassion" received very good air play and reviews, including a very good review in the Independent Artists section of CCM Magazine.
Featured on radio, television and newspapers, Billy Yesudian has received thousands of downloads online and has performed live in front of hundreds of people.
[edit] Albums
1. WoW India - Compilation (2002)
2. Last Of The Best - Vol 2 - Compilation (2003)
3. Waves of Compassion - Single (2005)
4. Waves of Compassion - Remix (2005)
5. PowerHouse - Rise India (2007)
Billy is featured in the following albums:
1. Crazy J - Battleground
2. Father Berkman - Praise Forever - Vol. 2
3. Josiah Heflin - Newlands
Billy is currently working on his debut release. The album will be produced by YES! Music in partnership with 33 1/2 Generation, and will be distributed by GenX Entertainment.
[edit] Biography
Billy is currently residing at Kodaikanal with his wife Beth and son Micah. His hobbies include web design, hiking and ultimate frisbee. [1]
[edit] References
- ^ a b c Interview with YES, the New Indian Express - Hip & Honest
- ^ Interview with YES, the New Indian Express - Hip & Honest (Scan of the article)
- ^ Billy Yesudian : iSOUND.com
