BB.

About

A long road back to the song.

Brent Barnard's path to producing wasn't a straight one. It cuts through smoke-filled clubs, a Texas family kitchen, a hospital room, and finally — back to the music.

Late 70s

Picks up his first guitar and starts learning by ear.

1980–82

Working at the legendary Gilley's Club in Pasadena, TX. Soaks up tips from great players.

1980s

Plays Texas dive bars and honky-tonks, honing his craft.

1986

Marries Melissa. Together they raise four children in Livingston, TX.

2010

Loses his son Ricky in a tragic accident. Sets the music aside.

2011

Diagnosed with brain cancer. Surgery, radiation, and selling his gear to pay bills.

2018

Melissa buys him an acoustic guitar. The fire comes back.

Today

Producing, engineering, and writing in the BB Music Room. CMA member.

"God is my light. He has brought me through so much — I owe Him everything."

— Brent Barnard