"When I was 8 years old, my grandmother brought me to Angela Bacari, and entertainer and vocal coach for the help and advice. She worked with me for 2 years, teaching me and then through a friend of hers, we got a tape of mine to Ray Benson who in turn introduced me to Nashville, my Manager Scott Siman, and Sony Music. I feel very fortunate to have all of these wonderful people in my life!"

Do you have a Fan Club?

"The best place for fans to find me - and information about what I'm doing -- is on my web site: www.billygilman.com. If you want to send a letter "snail mail" you may write to my management company:
RPM Management
209 10th Avenue South
Suite 229
Nashville, TN 37203."

What do you like to do for fun?

"Roller Blade, Fish, Ride my 4 wheeler, Use my computer - go on the Internet, use my Sony PlayStation II."

Do you come from a musical Family?

"Somewhat - though none are professional musicians/singers. My Dad's mom sings a little and I have an uncle on my mom's side of the family who sang opera."

How do you handle schooling?

"I am privately tutored and I love it!"

Do you have pets?

"Yes - 3 cats - Zoe, Taz and Oscar. 1 - dog, Whizzer and 1 hamster named Ralph."

What CD's do you listen to?"Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Streisand, Dixie Chicks, LeeAnn Rimes, Backstreet Boys, N'Sync and Britney Spears."

Do you have a girlfriend?

"Kind of. It's hard because of my traveling."

What is your favorite song to sing off the album?

"On my CD One Voice, I love to sing 'What's Forever For'."

Who were your musical influences?

"Pam Tillis and Angela Bacari."

What is your favorite meal?

"Sirloin Steak."

What advice would you give to someone wanting to start a career in music?

"Don't give up. Keep pursuing your dreams. Have a lot of confidence in yourself."

What are your goals for the future ?

"I want to keep on singing and performing and recording. I'd love to do a Broadway show or a movie and of course, I want to increase my scholastic abilities and knowledge. I'd also love to build my own recording studio so I can help new artists become successful."