Songwriter Round with Kid Billy, Frances Eliza and Tyler Newkirk

Kid Billy, is the one of a kind solo project from Asheville, NC-based multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Billy Litz, known for his role as the frontman of the acclaimed band Hustle Souls. With a lust for songwriting, Kid Billy draws inspiration from  Acoustic Blues, Trad-Jazz, and Indie-Folk, crafting a sound that is both timeless and innovative.

Kid Billy performances blend earnest songwriting with high-energy and often jubilant  live loops that layer New Orleans trumpet, honky-tonk piano, acoustic guitar, and harmonica.

When not performing as Kid Billy, Billy Litz leads Hustle Souls, a 5-piece soul/rock band that has graced the stages of major festivals such as Shakori Hills Grassroots Music Festival, Ramble Festival, The NAMM Show, and Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion.

 

Frances Eliza is an Asheville-based singer-songwriter and guitarist whose music seamlessly weaves the storytelling of folk songs with mesmerizing melodies. For the past decade, she has captured the hearts of audiences across the Southern East Coast with her unique blend of original songs, medleys and mashups that make every performance feel one-of-a-kind. With a warm and inviting voice, Frances draws inspiration from artists like Joni Mitchell, Ingrid Michaelson, The Cranberries, and Taylor Swift. Frances has two EPs and a handful of singles out in the world, and is releasing two new original songs “the words i didn’t say” and “drove me away” this year.