Billy Ray Norris

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. At age 8, although terrified, I started playing piano for the church’s congregational singing. Gradually, over the years, the fear gave way to joyful enthusiasm, which set the stage for gigging, music school and songwriting. What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? FKJ, French Kiwi Juice Halestorm, The Strange Case Of... Lauren Alaina, Wildflower Although they fall into contrasting genres, for me, each of these albums represents artist purity and passion — songs that are straight from the heart — without compromise. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “I Believe (feat. Rebecca Jade & The Norris Children's Choir)” “I Believe” is a chill pop track with a jazz structure and spiritual focus reflecting the things that matter most to me in life. As an alternative healer, spiritual teacher, and musician What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far? One of the most memorable moments in my music career so far is co-producing Lady Rebecca Jade’s backing vocals with Joe Marlett, producer of the iconic 2001 Blink 182 album, “Take Off Your Pants and Jacket." Is there anything left on your bucket list as an artist or band? What remains on my bucket list is the composition and production of songs that help lift the world above the destructive effects of dictators, darkness and despair.