Renowned producer, musician, artist and songwriter Billy Joe Walker, Jr. has signed with The Consortium Group for exclusive worldwide representation. He is currently working on projects with singer/songwriters Shelley Skidmore and Drew Smith as well as composer Mike Post. His guitar skills are also featured on upcoming music from Joe Nichols as well as a tribute to session drummer Hal Blaine.
“Billy Joe Walker Jr.’s multi-faceted career and talent are legendary…..his passion is contagious,” says Consortium partner Mike Martinovich. “We are excited and honored to be an integral part of Billy’s future.”
Walker’s musical journey includes production work for Bryan White, Travis Tritt, Billy Ray Cyrus, Pam Tillis, Tracy Byrd, Collin Raye and more. As a session guitarist, he has worked on recordings with a who’s who of artists and producers including The Beach Boys, Mutt Lange, Ray Charles, Sir George Martin, Waylon Jennings, Vince Gill, Martina McBride, Rodney Crowell and George Strait. He also released a series of jazz instrumental albums as a solo artist for labels including MCA, Geffen and Liberty Records.
The Consortium Group made its announcement of representation of Billy Joe Walker, Jr. at a recent invitation only Music Row showcase. Pictured (L-R): Mike Martinovich, Mike Post, Billy Joe Walker, Jr., Bryan White and Al Schultz. Photo credit: Sharon Eaves
