Billy Davis performed his composed song "Red Grand Cherokee." Mighty Michael (Michael Avi) on guitar, Michael Davis on bass, Mark Croft on keys, and Sal Wilcher on drum. December 31, 2023.
Billy was the lead guitarist for Hank Ballard and The Midnighters for 30 years. Billy Davis is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Doo Wop Hall of Fame, and National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame. At 17 years old he started his own group, Billy Davis & The Upsetters. He was also the lead guitarist for Sam Cooke, Jackie Wilson, Joe Tex, Ben E. King, and many other artists. Billy was a mentor and friend of Jimi Hendrix.