Biography

Bill Stephens (also known by his stage name as Billy Ray) is a well-known pianist / keyboardist in the Denver Colorado area. Bill has played gigs since he was 14 years old and has played with many artists, bands, music agencies, concerts, festivals, shows, recording artists throughout the years. Bills career includes performances with such greats as Lew Soloff, Donald Byrd, Clark Terry, Nathan Davis, Joe Negri, John Tesh, Rebecca St James, DC Talk, Cabo Frio and has shared the stage with great artists like the Little River Band, Steppenwolf, Donna Summers, Chubby Checker, Harmonicats, Lovin Spoonful, just to mention a few. Bill also has played with Denver based bands and artists Soul X, Soul School, Full Tilt, Heartbeat, Synesthesia, Derek Evilsizor, Hazel Miller, After Midnight, Jerry Barnett Orchestra, Tuxedo Junction , Wil Alston, Jakarta, Boogielicious, Rumors, Smooth Reflections, New Sensation, Margarita Brothers, Neophonic Jazz Orchestra, Syndicate, Deja Blu and Old Blue Eyes.