Artist description Barry is a veteran singer/guitarist/songwriter whose music is a combination of country and 70's folk/rock. He grew up listening to Beatles tunes and country music. Barry writes and sings about life, love and the joy of knowing Jesus Christ. The mixes are simple, easy to listen to and refreshing. If you like warm acoustic guitar and no-nonsense lyrics wrapped in catchy melody lines, you'll want to hear Barry's work.

Music Style Country/Easy Listening

Musical Influences Steven Curtis Chapman, Phillips Craig & Dean, James Taylor

Similar Artists Original sound/style

Artist History 1959-began playing guitar in his father's country band. 1964-started 1st band and played for highschool dances. 1970-played solo at college coffehouses. 1973-started guitar duo and played local clubs/events. 1974-started band "Rain & Shine" (light R&R band). 1976-sang and played lead guitar for "The Essentials" (rock/country band). 1982-sang and played bass for "The Brian Miles Band" (R&R medleys/club band). Presently -Barry writes, records and performs music with a Christian message.

Instruments guitar (acoustic & electric), banjo, mandolin, keyboards

Albums 1996-"Then & Now" ; 1999 "Behold Him": 2000 "Life...So Far"

Location Cortland, NY - USA

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