Billy Block
Billy Block | |
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| Birth name | William Donald Block |
| Also known as | Mr. Nashville |
| Born | August 10, 1955 Houston, Texas |
| Origin | Houston, Texas |
| Died | March 11, 2015 (aged 59) |
| Genres | Alternative country, Americana |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, journalist, broadcaster |
| Instrument(s) | drums, bass |
| Years active | 1972–2015 |
| Website | Billy Block Documentary (Facebook) |
Billy Block (born William Donald Block; August 10, 1955 – March 11, 2015) also known as Mr. Nashville, was a musician, journalist, actor, publisher, television and radio personality. Block was a tireless promoter of independent musicians, primary in the Alternative country - Americana genres. He hosted Billy Block's Western Beat, a live concert-format radio show for over thirty years.