Billy Sheehan Musical artist

William "Billy" Sheehan (born March 19, 1953, in Buffalo, New York) is an American bassist known for his work with Talas, Steve Vai, David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Niacin, and The Winery Dogs. Sheehan has won the "Best Rock Bass Player" readers' poll from Guitar Player Magazine five times for his "lead bass" playing style. Sheehan's repertoire includes the use of chording, two-handed tapping, right-hand "three-finger picking" technique and controlled feedback.

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Birth date	March 19, 1953
Birth place	Buffalo New York , New York

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Career started	1970
associated musical artist	Billy Sheehan Richie Kotzen UFO (band) Mr. Big (band) B'z David Lee Roth Marty Friedman Steve Vai Tim Ripper Owens The Winery Dogs Niacin (band) G3 (tour) Gus G
Background	Solo singer
genre	Heavy metal music Progressive rock Hard rock Instrumental rock Jazz fusion
instrument	Bass guitar Drum kit Guitar Harmonica Percussion instrument Singing