Barry Jay Hughes

Barry is from Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, is a seasoned performer around his native area and has toured extensively nationwide. Prominent Dublin venue’s include Whelans, The Mercantile, The Workmans and The Button Factory. He has played with supporting artists such as Paddy Casey, Jack L, Hudson Taylor and Gavin Glass. Barry’s profile has been growing nationwide and his music has been given airplay on radio stations around Ireland and overseas (RTE Radio1, LMFM, Shannon Side Northern Sound, Dundalk FM, Donegal’s Highland Radio, Dublin City FM, Classic Hits 4fm, FM104, Dublin South FM and many more).

In August 2015, Barry beat stiff competition in 35 other acts across a series of nights to secure second place in The Searchlight Productions “War at the Button” contest. Against all odds, he was the only solo artist to reach the finals, wowing the judges with his strong onstage presence, powerful vocals and rocking performance. He won studio recording time in Sound Training Productions: Studio One, Temple Bar and has used some of this time to record Tried & Treasured. Never afraid to try new things, drawing influence from every experience and every journey, Barry has really treasured every moment, maturing greatly since his debut.

Tried and Treasured fits right into the heart of Barry Jay Hughes. With subtle blends of Folk, Rock, Traditional and Jazz influences, this EP beautifully illustrates a variety of topics from equality, to travel and life experiences using color, imagery and storytelling.

One Petal Down - A different color is wanted other than the color of sadness. Thoughts of people gather around from the death of a loved one. The memories and the love brought forth are stacked up high. Which rearranged thought brings you inside of yourself?

Crying Shame - The window paints a picture. You could hear a thousand words right now and if you opened one up what would it say? With many you could scream out. He still misses you.

Full Circle - After being on the road a long time, his travels finally were brought full circle. After being lost his mind has cleared. Everything has been treasured.

Medieval City - It begins like a tune from a foreign land, an opening of a scene. Adventure time. Everything is hopping over at the clubhouse. They're getting ready. Let the battle begin.

Ballad Of A Troubadour - Stepping out into the spotlight again from the wanting of more. Turn around so you can see through the darkness and the rain. Everything is waiting to be felt and heard, the feeling of medieval love.

Rhythmic Folk - Alternative Rock. As a songwriter, Barry Jay Hughes has what it takes to bring his audience on a journey. As a performer he gives you everything an acoustic folk/rock artist should: Passion - Honesty - Raw Talent. To find out more about Barry go to:

http://barryjayhughes.com/

Denise L. @DL7855 2016