Ron Barnes, ("BARNES"), is a songwriter, producer and musician who has performed on many stages ranging from Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas to Summerfest and Country Thunder in Wisconsin to various outdoor venues, conference centers, concert halls, churches and theatres nationwide. It was while studying at Berklee College of Music that he began playing piano as a secondary instrument to drums and percussion and, after many years as a working drummer, he finally found his voice in his own songwriting. His countless hours spent listening and practicing all styles of music while growing up has contributed to the versatile musician and songwriter he is today. Ron says, “Growing up I listened to all kinds of music…..rock, pop, jazz, fusion, R&B, country, singer/songwriter, hard rock, you name it. I picked something up from each style.” Ron continues, “I was listening to the Rolling Stones, Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan….all the great rock bands…..as well as rock from the 80’s like Bryan Adams, Journey, Foreigner, Eddie Money, Toto….. I loved everything about those artists….the writing, playing, production, all of it.”

"My songwriting is very 70's and 80's influenced with modern production. Musically, the songs range from radio-friendly rock to high energy power pop to AOR with some tracks incorporating jazz and blues chord changes and voicings. The lyric style is simple and straightforward that everyone can relate to - themes about love, loss and longing for better times. It’s kind of old-school meets contemporary rock vibe."