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Billy Strange - Musician, Composer, Arranger, Actor

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*UPDATE*
[We are so sorry to report that on February 22, 2012 Billy Strange passed away. Although this has brought great sadness to so many of us, we will continue to honor Billy and appreciate all the good that he brought to all of us.]

Hello everyone, and welcome! We are truly glad to have you here. Whether you join in on discussions, or just enjoy following along, there always seems to be something exciting to talk about.

Billy Strange and Jeanne Black had so many wonderful experiences, not just in the professional music industry, but all entertainment and life. If you don't see a topic already being discussed, go ahead and "+Start a Discussion" by clicking at the bottom of the Forum column.

Don't forget to check out the tabs above. Jan Derrer has put together a very impressive Discography and Jonmark Stone has managed to create an incredible Flickr Photo Gallery!

Thanks!
-Billy, Jeanne and Josh

Latest Activity

Zimmie replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"Hi Jeanne, Thinking of you. Love Mark (aka Zimmie)"

56 minutes ago

Jan replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"Dear Jeanne, good trip back home! I'm listening to Billy's music right now (Railroad Man LP)"

12 hours ago

Jeanne Black replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"One more thought before I turn out the lights on this dark night so far away from home in Tennessee..... I loved hearing from so many of you and it is now close to time that I return back to home in Franklin Tn/ altho I have enjoyed spending so much…"

Tuesday

Jonmark Stone replied to Don DesChamps's discussion Rockers We've Lost in 2012 - Billy Strange

"Very cool. I always loved that picture.... Thanks Don."

Tuesday

Clint Whitmer replied to Don DesChamps's discussion Rockers We've Lost in 2012 - Billy Strange

"We are not alone in our support of Billy. Clint"

Monday

Don DesChamps posted a discussion

Rockers We've Lost in 2012 - Billy Strange

While checking out obits on the late Donald "Duck" dunn who just passed away I was taken to this page on the Ultimate Classic Rock web site where they've included Billy and, rightfully so!http://ultimateclassicrock.com/2012-deaths-billy-strange/DonSee More

Monday

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Zimmie posted a discussion

Happy Mothers Day Jeanne!

Just wanted to wish Jeanne, and all Mothers from the forum, A Very Happy Mothers Day!See More

Sunday

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steve o commented on Jerry Strange's video

Billy Strange on Hollywood A Go Go

"This an awesome video...Billy is so vibrant here!"

Sunday

steve o left a comment for Jeanne Black

"Jeanne, I'd like to wish you a happy Mother's Day...God Bless, and I hope you are holding up! Steveo"

Sunday

Jeanne Black and Judy Tackett are now friends

Saturday

Clint Whitmer posted a discussion

United and affiliates newsletter

I found this after checking out producer Bones Howe, who worked during the days Billy was in the studio a lot. It is a pdf, so yiou need Adobe reader to enjoy it. It does feature Billy. ClintSee More

May 6

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Jan replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"Dear Jeanne, I think of Billy and you a lot. Jan"

Apr 22

Judy Tackett left a comment for Jeanne Black

"I hope to chat with you again someday soon, so many memories of friends to share and loads of love, cousin, later, I hope, Jeanne. "

Apr 21

Kelly replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"Dear Sweet Jeanne, We too miss you from here in Tennesse. I think of you every single day. I hope all is well in Utah and that you are feeling well. Please know that you can call me anytime you want. Thank you for loving my dad so much. I hope…"

Apr 21

Jonmark Stone replied to Rich Gallagher's discussion Dick Clark Has Passed Away at Age 82

"Mr Clark was a big fan of our Billy-- hiring him as a conductor and arranger for many of the shows and specials his production company organized over the years. I feel very lucky to have assisted Billy for two DC productions, and remember Mr. Clark…"

Apr 20

Zimmie replied to Rich Gallagher's discussion Dick Clark Has Passed Away at Age 82

"Agree!"

Apr 19

Jeanne Black replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"Hello JM and any others who stumble onto this page. I have been thinking of all who write in here, and those who have written for so many years... I hope I can return to this computer out in Utah later this night, and write some more of my…"

Apr 19

Jonmark Stone replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"I miss you too Red... very much."

Apr 19

Jeanne Black replied to Steve Biederman's discussion Lessons Billy taught me.

"I hope to keep in touch Bill, I'm still in Utah at the home of my daughter but I will be heading back to Tennessee soon... if HIS kids haven't kicked me out by now! Love, Billy's Red "

Apr 19

Jeanne Black replied to Jonmark Stone's discussion Hal Blaine's Musician union tribute

"Hi everyone, this is Jeanne, still with daughters in Utah for a short time more......I am feeling no better on this day in Utah where I flew to spend time with and to mourn with my children and their children at this time of…"

Apr 19