Barry Brantley - Drums, Vocals
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After playing drums & percussion
for various gospel & country music groups in the 1970’s,
Barry received an offer to join a nationwide tour with the Durham
based dance band "Still Creek". This began his professional
music career and introduced him to a life as a full-time musician
that lasted into the early 80’s and found him playing drums
behind such artists as "Oliver", "Percy Sledge" & "Archie
Bell". After five years of touring, Barry started looking
for something closer to home. As luck would have it, The Castaways
were in need of a drummer with a well-rounded background in all
music styles. It seemed like a perfect opportunity. Barry would
ultimately occupy the drum chair with the band for the next eighteen
years, leaving only for two short periods to pursue other musical
avenues such as Blues and Rock & Roll with "The Rocket
Band". 2006 brought Barry back in the saddle for his 3rd tour
to add his experience, vocals & a solid back-beat to the band. |
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