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Billy Cox Biography

Birth Name:William Cox

Birth Place:Wheeling, West Virginia, United States

Profession Soundtrack, Actor, Music department

Fast Facts

  • In 2009, he was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame
  • Was inducted into the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame in 2011
  • Met Jimi Hendrix while serving in the 101st Airborne Division of the U․S․ Army
  • Started out peforming in The King Kasuals Band in Nashville
  • Is best known for his work as the bassist for legendary musician Jimi Hendrix
  • Is the co-author of the book "Jimi Hendrix Sessions․"
  • Has performed bass for musicians Etta James, Earl Gaines and Patti Labelle