The Barker Band started when twin brothers Jake and Sam Barker began playing bluegrass with their dad, Lenny and their oldest friend, Laurie Sherman. It wasn't long before they started writing and recording their own songs, drawing on influences from bluegrass, rock, country and blues. The band made their live debut in 2004 and by 2005 the band had expanded to include vocalist Nella Johnson and bass player Tom Wright. Drummer, Ru Shreeve, joined the band in 2006.
