Billy Davis - This Is What's Important (2021) [gnodde]

Billy Davis - This Is What's Important (2021) [gnodde]



Opening up the record, Billy's stunning piano playing takes centre stage. His chords traversing a delicate balance of soul and tempo. If you've ever had the pleasure of watching Billy in his zone, you'll see a musical genius in play. Ever humble, Billy is quick to deny the compliment. Since Grade 5 he has been playing the piano, "My Mum tried me out on the drums, decided it was far too loud and so she got me on the piano."

THIS IS WHAT’S IMPORTANT is the follow up from his stellar 2017 debut album A FAMILY PORTRAIT which featured break out singles 'No Longer Lovers', 'Ball and Chain' and 'Goldfish' featuring acclaimed American rapper Denzel Curry.

On the album, Billy says, "This album is a culmination of 3 years of emotions, the highs and the lows, the joys and the sorrows, the ups and downs. Certain songs represent periods of my life, whether that be in the features, the lyrics or the influence."
Those influences are just as eclectic as Billy's sound – whilst creating the record he was listening to the likes of The Internet, Moonchild, Phony pplb and Mac Ayres to name a few. He also drew inspiration from Doobie Brothers, who his Uncle introduced to him as a child.

Over the last five years, the West Melbourne-born multi-instrumentalist and R&B heavyweight has used this commitment and ambition in music to blossom into one of the country's most in-demand names amongst our bustling hip-hop scene. His signature, sleek touch has been felt on collaborations with Ruel, Amy Shark, Tones and I, BROCKHAMPTON and GoldLink.

Tracks:
01. This Is What's Important (feat. Jordan Dennis)
02. Headspace (feat. Jordan Dennis & KYE)
03. Shoulda Known (feat. VanJess & Matt McGhee)
04. I Ain't (feat. PJ Morton & Jordan Dennis)
05. Paranoid (feat. Jordan Dennis)
06. This is STILL What's Important
07. Seen Better Days (feat. KYE)
08. Dream No More (feat. Ruel & Genesis Owusu)
09. Wilderness (feat. Phoelix, Jordan Dennis & EMRSN)
10. Sunday School (feat. Jordan Dennis & Curtismith)
11. With Me or Not (feat. Aodhan King, Ware & Guvna B)
12. She Is Always Going to Be Important (feat. Farrah)
13. My Girl (feat. EMRSN & Massiah)

All in MP3 @ 320kbps