Billy Lewis Music

Gulf Drive (Billy Lewis Music) is an energetic musical combo, whether it be the solo or duo option. We believe the most important people are in the audience, not on stage. Our goal is to satisfy our audience's need for a rewarding experience. Gulf Drive has a small footprint and can fit the budget that other larger quality bands can't meet. We have years of experience in the music business which you can tap to make your special event a success. We are always on time and are willing to perform special requests.

Billy Lewis (Bill Bowdish) grew up on Long Island, New York. He has been playing flute since he was ten years old and saxophone since he was 15. In high school, he was in a small combo and performed at dances. After high school, Bill went to Boston, where he attended engineering school. Engineering jobs were scarce when he graduated. So, he taught math at the junior and senior high levels. This turned out to be his career choice. While teaching, he joined a top 40 show group and remained with them for sixteen years.

The Gulf Drive Musical Combo was formed by Bill Bowdish in 2004 after Bill retired from teaching high school math. Over the years, Billy Lewis Music is a solo show while the Gulf Drive Duo features Billy Lewis and an additional singer. Both of these configurations have performed numerous shows on Florida’s west coast. Billy Lewis provides vocal, sax and flute parts and is backed by easy listening and dance musical styles spanning six decades and more.

Billy Lewis knows that the most important folks at a show are the ones in the audience.

Billy Lewis Music and Gulf Drive's technical requirements are minimal. A 20 amp electrical outlet within a reasonable distance from the performing area is all that is necessary. We provide the sound system, including microphones, mixing board, speakers, etc. In the event of an outside show, we request a shaded area as our devices do not perform well in full sun.