| Born | Data not available |
| Birthplace | Kavala, Greece |
| Nationality | Greek |
| Occupation | Musician, Composer, Producer, Multi-instrumentalist |
Billy Wesmond, born Vasilis Amoiridis, is a Greek solo artist from Kavala. He began his musical journey as a lead guitarist in rock bands and later pursued songwriting studies at the Leeds Conservatorium in the UK. Since 2019, he has independently written, recorded, and released over 17 albums and EPs, showcasing a unique sound that blends country blues, gospel, post-punk, psychedelic rock, and electronic elements. Operating from his home studio, Wesmond embodies a DIY ethos, handling all aspects of his music production, including composition, instrumentation, vocals, editing, and artwork. His work has garnered international attention, with airplay on British and American radio stations. In addition to his music, he has developed a free VST plugin called "Swelly," which utilizes electric guitar samples to create ambient, pad-like sounds.
Early life
Billy Wesmond was born in Kavala, Greece. He started his music journey as a lead guitarist in local rock bands during his teenage years. His passion for songwriting and composition led him to the UK, where he studied at the Leeds Conservatorium, further shaping his artistic identity and technical skills.
Music career
Wesmond officially launched his solo music career in 2019 and has since released over 17 albums and EPs. His genre-bending sound incorporates elements of country blues, gospel, post-punk, psychedelic rock, and electronic music. Fully independent, Wesmond writes, records, produces, and designs all his music in his home studio. His music has been featured on international radio stations, particularly in the UK and US. Additionally, he created a VST plugin called "Swelly," designed to produce ambient pad-like sounds from electric guitar samples.
Discography
Wesmond’s discography includes over 17 full-length and extended play releases, all independently produced since 2019. His projects are known for their experimental textures and introspective themes. The full list of albums can be found on his official website and Bandcamp page.
