Billy Gould

Bass Player and Producer, Faith No More

Billy Gould - Bass Player and Producer, Faith No More
Born

April 24th, 1963
62 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A bass player, songwriter, and producer born in 1963. Co-founded the rock band Faith No More, contributing to their rise in the late 1980s and 1990s. The band achieved commercial success with albums such as 'The Real Thing' and 'Angel Dust'. Played a significant role in blending various music genres, from heavy metal to hip-hop. Also worked on other musical projects and collaborated with multiple artists throughout a lengthy career.

Co-founded Faith No More

Contributed to 'The Real Thing' album

Worked on 'Angel Dust' album

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