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Barry Cloyd
Bio Information
Barry Cloyd is a Midwestern based, touring singer/songwriter/guitarist
who has spent a lifetime creating a performance style that
weaves the genres of Celtic, Blues and Folk, into a unique blend all
his own. A strong vocalist and multi-instrumentalist as well
as a theatrical performer and historian, Barry delivers his
music on a multitude of guitars and other stringed instruments. In
addition, his stories of travels and history of the songs
that he sings provide an added dimension to his performances.
His first CD release "The Wind and the Water" features
all original music and some of Nashville's finest session musicians
including members of Amy Grant’s, Stephen Stills’ and
EmmyLou Harris’ bands. The follow-up CD’s are “After
the Storm”, a Celtic/Traditional and original piece, and “Yuletide
Fire”, an acoustic Christmas CD. Barry has co-written and
produced 14 original musicals, written more than 230 songs, and
has appeared in over 300 TV commercials and 70 industrial films.
He is also a regular guest on regional radio and television programs.
In addition, Barry is a co-founder of Prairie Folklore Theatre,
a touring theatre company which creates and produces original
musical theatre based on the history of the Celtic people, Native
Americans and the Prairie States. He has also toured Ireland,
England and Wales and played in such venues as Blarney Castle,
The Rock of Cashel, Bru Boru and St. Patrick’s Cathedral
in Dublin
Quote from Illinois Arts Council Poster
“
Central Illinois’ own Guitar Hero returns for a night
of folksy/bluesy/Celtic music. Barry has become a regional
legend
with talent and showmanship that speaks volumes. A master
of the six and twelve string guitar and dobro, he will be
playing
a mix of original tunes and his own powerful renditions of
folk classics.”
Quote from Peoria Journal Star
“ Barry Cloyd plays his music, whether original songs or traditional
folk, blues, Irish or popular songs, with a passion which
always leaves the listener wanting more. He draws the audience in
with instrumental and vocal work which are powerful and beautifully
delivered.”
Quote from Brenda Story, Music and Theatre
Critic, Central Illinois
“
Cloyd plays lead acoustic guitar, electric guitar, mandolin and
harmonica (in this show)…If you have ever heard Cloyd
sing, you already know he is outstanding.”
Quote
from “Dirty Linen” magazine, re: CD “The
Wind and The Water”
“
This Illinois based songwriter has a rich, full voice that is
perfectly suited to his story-based songs…Cloyd’s
melodies are very radio friendly, and the production and the
backing musicians are both first rate”.
Contact Information:
Barry Cloyd Productions / Prairie Folklore Theatre
818 W. Moss Ave. E-4 Peoria, IL 61606
309.495.4153 Ph. / Fax 309.635.7774 Mobile
website: www.barrycloyd.com
email: barryc1025@aol.com
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