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Billy Zoom (born Stuart Tyson Kindell; February 20, 1948) is an American guitarist, best known as one of the founders of the punk rock band X. At 68 years old, Zoom was diagnosed in 2015 with an aggressive form of bladder cancer and began immediate treatment. [1]
Jun 11, 2021 · A braniac amp genius, Zoom got a powerful tone – full of punch and bite – out of a minimalist setup. (Image credit: Clayton Call/Redferns) Billy Zoom remains one of the most fascinating figures of the early punk rock scene, mainly because he never truly fit the mold of the typical punk guitarist. Inspired by Johnny Ramone, he adopted a ...
Aug 24, 2020 · Billy Zoom, the guitarist of X, talks about the band's history, their latest album Alphabetland, and his influences and style. He also shares his views on recording, touring, and the pandemic.
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Oct 22, 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Billy Zoom, the lead guitarist of the punk rock band X and a fusion of punk rock and rockabilly. Discover his musical style, gear, and influence on the music scene.
Dave Alvin. Tony Gilkyson. Website. xtheband .com. X is an American punk rock band formed in Los Angeles. The original members are vocalist Exene Cervenka, vocalist-bassist John Doe, guitarist Billy Zoom and drummer D. J. Bonebrake. The band released seven studio albums from 1980 to 1993.
- Los Angeles, California, U.S.
- 1977–present
Jul 13, 2015 · The legendary punk rocker from X talks about his second cancer scare, his final tour before chemotherapy, and the generosity of his fans. He shares his gratitude for the GoFundMe page that raised over $72,000 for his family and his music.
Dec 4, 2015 · Interview with Billy Zoom | By Charlie Steffens. Los Angeles rockers X kicked off their annual “A Family X-Mas” holiday tour on Friday, November 27, playing for a sell-out crowd at the Casbah in San Diego, California. What made the evening even more special for X and their fans was guitarist Billy Zoom’s return to the stage after being ...
