Billy Duffy

Billy Duffy

Keynote Speaker: English Rock Musician & Guitarist for The Cult

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Billy Duffy Biography

Billy Duffy has been a prominent figure in the music industry since 1979, best known for his role as guitarist for the band The Cult. The band's debut album, "Dreamtime," was released in 1984, followed by "Love" in 1985, which featured the hit "She Sells Sanctuary." A significant shift in The Cult's sound occurred with the 1987 album "Electric," where Duffy's contributions played a key role in evolving their musical style to metal-blues. In 2001, The Cult performed at Atlanta's Music Midtown Festival, captivating an audience of over 60,000 attendees.

Throughout his career, Duffy has consistently demonstrated his versatility and creativity as a musician. In 2004, he formed the covers band Cardboard Vampyres, and later in 2006, he introduced his new band, Circus Diablo, with a debut album. The same year, The Cult reformed and toured extensively in the US and Europe. One of The Cult's notable achievements during this period was the release of their album "Beyond Good and Evil" under a new recording contract with Atlantic Records. The single "Rise" from this album achieved significant success, holding the No. 3 spot for 6 weeks on the mainstream rock chart.

Despite his musical prowess, Duffy's influence extends beyond the stage. He appeared in the unreleased film "Sin-Jin Smyth" and the TV series "Married to Rock" in 2010. In 2007, he served as a judge on Bodog Music's Battle of the Bands. His contributions to the music industry were further recognized in January 2013 when Gretsch introduced the Billy Duffy White Falcon G7593T guitar, a nod to his main instrument, a mid-1970s Gretsch White Falcon. Duffy's life and career were also portrayed in the 2017 feature film "England Is Mine," a biopic about the early years of Morrissey.

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Billy Duffy Videos

My First Gibson: Billy Duffy of The Cult
Celebrating 40 Years of The Cult with The G8424TG Billy Duffy Signature Falcon | Gretsch Guitars

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What topics does Billy Duffy speak about?

Billy Duffy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, European Heritage and Music.

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Billy Duffy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health and European Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Billy Duffy for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Billy Duffy can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are John Lodge of The Moody Blues, Duff McKagan and Jerry Cantrell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Billy Duffy for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/07/2025.

Billy Duffy Videos

My First Gibson: Billy Duffy of The Cult
Celebrating 40 Years of The Cult with The G8424TG Billy Duffy Signature Falcon | Gretsch Guitars
  • How do I book Billy Duffy to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Billy Duffy for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Billy Duffy, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Billy Duffy or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Billy Duffy for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Billy Duffy, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Billy Duffy, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Billy Duffy speak about?

    Billy Duffy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, European Heritage and Music.
  • Who is the agent for Billy Duffy?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Billy Duffy for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Billy Duffy for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Billy Duffy or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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