Billy Talbot

Rock Musician and Bassist for Neil Youngs Backing Band Crazy Horse

Billy Talbot is best known as the bassist for Crazy Horse, a rock band that has frequently collaborated with singer-songwriter Neil Young. Talbot was a founding member of the group, which formed in 1968 under the name The Rockets before becoming Crazy Horse. With Crazy Horse, Talbot contributed to the distinctive sound that supported and complemented Young's work on seminal albums such as "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere," "Zuma," and "Rust Never Sleeps." Beyond his work with Crazy Horse, Billy Talbot has also pursued solo projects and released his own music, showcasing his talents as a songwriter and vocalist. His career spans several decades, during which he has been recognized for his steady bass playing and his role in creating some of the most enduring music in the rock genre.