The music community is mourning the loss of Billy Jones, a pivotal figure in New York City's independent music landscape, who passed away in June 2025 at the age of 45 after a battle with cancer. Jones, who co-founded the beloved Williamsburg venue Baby's All Right in 2013, was a multifaceted force in the industry, having worked as a musician, promoter, club owner, record shop proprietor, manager, and booking agent at iconic spots like Sin-é, Pianos, the Dance, and Elvis