Bellyfire
Bill Mann is the singer/guitarist and songwriter behind New York City's new rock band Bellyfire. With Ben Zwerin on base and Patrick Carmichael on drums, their sound blends the energy of the late 60's with the contemporary edge of today's rock music.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Bill Mann is the singer/guitarist and songwriter behind New York City's new rock band Bellyfire. With Ben Zwerin on base and Patrick Carmichael on drums, their sound blends the energy of the late 60's with the contemporary edge of today's rock music. Playing locally at Luna Lounge, CBGB's and, The Bitter End. Bill Mann, a Toronto native, is a multi-instrumentalist who began studio session work at the age of 16 during a period of intense singing and composing. Mann plays the guitar, drums, bass, on numerous recordings for up and coming artists, various independent film soundtracks and has toured across the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom. He has played and worked with some of America's Premier talent including Ana Victoria (Arista), William "Bunny Rugs" Clarke (Third World), Stephen Harris (The Cult / Guns and Roses), Steve Wolfe (Annie Lennox), Wayne Cohen (Curtis Stigers, U.K, Martin Sexton) to name a few. Bellyfires new 12-song disc entitled "FEED" is finally here and their songs are ready to lick your eardrums and send shivers down your spine.
"I got to CB's between songs and was hanging out with my friends up front when you guys started playing again, and you rocked. I really can't remember the last time that happened. Great playing, love the voice, beautiful songs, dug them all.... and Feed in has taken up residence in my head... thanks for making me smile... looking forward to your next show!" -Emma - NYC
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Luna Lounge, CBGB, Bitter End, Continental
Your musical influences
Every style as long as it has soul.
What equipment do you use?
Its a big secret.
Anything else?
It's rock with integrity check it..
