Billy Cook and his crew was in town August 3, 2009. He is from Houston and was here to shake hands and get to know the people of Tulia. Billy is an upcoming R&B singer, and has sang with many famous stars such as Beyonce. His new cd “KISS THA COOK” is in stores now. You can visit him at myspace.com/kissthacook. Billy is trying to make a name for himself the old fashion way, stopping in small towns meeting fans learning about folks and where they come from. He thinks a strong fan base makes a strong music artist. It was a pleasure to meet Mr. Cook and his crew.
Myspace Link: http://www.myspace.com/kissthacook
Here is a little biography on Billy.
Billy Cook: songwriter, vocalist, and producer was born in the small town of Atlanta, TX and raised in the big city on Houston’s Southside. Billy began his entrance into the music industry at the tender age of 17 on a collaboration with Rap-A-Lot Records artist, Big Mike on the album Something Serious, this album was certified Gold! This collaboration opened the door for Billy to appear on numerous projects that have went from Gold to Platinum which includes such artists as Fat Pat, Chamillionaire, Devin The Dude, 8-Ball & MJG, Bun-B, Scarface, Do or Die ft Twista. Billy has also released and featured on several underground projects and collaborated with a variety of artists such as ERICA BADU, Z- Ro,SCAR FACE, Paul Wall, Mike Jones, Slim Thug, Bun B, and Juvenile. He has appeared on tours with a wide range of artists from coast to coast; just to name a few; The Isley Brothers, Juvenile, Destiny’s Child, Carl Thomas, Ashanti and many more. In 2005 Billy performed the half time show for the “And 1 Mixtape Tour” in Houston, TX. Billy recently headlined a tour in Japan and is scheduled to tour again very soon. Billy also received the Southern Entertainment Award 2006 R&B Album of the year. In September 2006, Billy released his third solo Project entitled “The Truth” which features Chamillionaire, Bun-B, Hawk, C-Note, Mr. 3-2, Archie Lee and many more. Billy also released a new Christmas album entitled “Peace on Earth”. During the months of October & November 2006, Billy appeared on College Tours at Mississippi Valley State, Jackson State, & Grambling Universities with Le Toya Luckett, Dem Franchize Boyz, Young Dro, Yung Joc, Trae, Urban Mystic and DJ Unk. Billy has sold a substantial amount of units overseas in Japan. On July 3, 2007, Billy opened for Ne-Yo at The George Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX. His song entitled “Lights” (Good Life) from the “Living My Dream” album is featured on the soundtrack for the movie “Urban Justice” starring Steven Segal which was released November 14, 2007. He has also been apart of “DJ SCREWFEST” in Houston, TX for 2006 & 2007. In the fall of 2007 Billy headlined a show at “On The Bayou” Jazz Supper Club in Houston, with opening acts such as Eddie Cain and Reggie Jamz. In 2006 & 2007 he also performed at the “Burger King” 3 on 3 Basketball Tour in Houston, TX. He performed his rendition of the National Anthem at the Toyota Center for the Houston Rockets home games 2007, 08, and 09. He was also nominated for three awards for the 2008 Southern Entertainment Awards, which consist the Impact Artist of the year, R&B Artist of the year, & R&B Album of the year. 
(biography courtesy of Myspace/kissthacook)