Billy Sheehan
This article possibly contains original research. Please improve it by verifying the claims made and adding inline citations. Statements consisting only of original research should be removed. (February 2008) Billy Sheehan Background information Birth name William Sheehan Born (1953-03-19) March 19, 1953 (age 61) Buffalo, New York, USA Genres Hard rock, heavy metal, jazz fusion, instrumental rock, progressive rock Occupation(s) Musician, songwriter Instruments Bass guitar, guitar, vocals, harmonica, percussions, drums Years active 1970–present Associated acts UFO, David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Richie Kotzen, Marty Friedman, Tim "Ripper" Owens, Talas, B'z, Steve Vai, G3, Niacin, Glenn Tipton, The Winery Dogs, Gus G Website Billy Sheehan on Myspace Notable instruments Attitude Ltd.II Billy Sheehan signature bass Attitude Ltd.III Billy Sheehan signature bass 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.