Depends On The Night However Here Are Some That I Have Worked With:
David Jack (Drums)
Brad Giamo (Drums & Percussion)
Matt Walsh (Bass)
Brendon Marron (Bass)
Chris Brantley (Guitar)
Michael King (Guitar)
JC Whitelaw (Guitar)
Dale Grisa (Keyboards)
Robert Tye (Guitar)
Ron Pangborn (Drums)
Influences
Too many to mention, however if I had to pick just one I would say that I do worship at the temple of "The Divine Miss M"!!!!
Barbara Payton is a legendary Detroit rock singer with a soulful, bluesy voice. She electrifies the stage with a sexy, raw energy. Her second release “Enjoy The View” is a captivating ride from the title track all the way to her acclaimed cover of “Kashmir”. The CD perfectly captures the power of Barbara’s extraordinary and engaging live performances.
“[Barbara can] surprise, delight and at times astonish with her
powerful, passionate voice” --Thom Jurek / AllMusic.com
Barbara toured with Bob Seger as part of the Silver Bullet Band on the Face The Promise tour. The tour received immense critic and fan praise with Barbara’s performances noted in many reviews. She also sang on Seger’s latest platinum album, “Face The Promise” and on Kid Rock’s double platinum album “Rock & Roll Jesus”. She also toured with Kid Rock singing backup on the Rock & Roll Jesus - Ballroom Blitz tour. Barbara has opened for acts including Joe Cocker, Pat Benatar, Lou Gramm, Eddie Money, Jonatha Brooke and Terri Clark. She has also performed with Steven Tyler.
“As one of the great rock voices in metro Detroit, she is right
on the edge and that’s a good thing” -- Pam Rossi / WCSX-FM
TV appearances include performances with Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman and The View. She also performed with Kid Rock on Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Tonight show with Jay Leno, Ellen, MTV Tia Tequila’s Rockin’ New Years Eve, VH1/Spike TV Video Game Awards, Larry the Cable Guy Christmas Special and CMT.
Barbara continues to be recognized as one of Detroit’s most powerful live performers! She is currently appearing with her full band and writing music for her upcoming CD.
BARBARA & THORNETTA @ THE INAUGURAL YOUTH BALL WITH KID ROCK!
GOODMORNING and HAPPY MONDAY ~ Hope you had a FUN and SAFE Independence
Day weekend. Just stopping by to show your page some "TINY" love. Enjoy
your week and always remember don't be a stranger stop by to say Hi
anytime. "If you want to leave your footprints in the sand, DON'T DRAG YOUR FEET! We must have a deep sense of purpose and the will to fulfill
it. We must resolve old unfinished business, and eliminate toxic people
and attitudes from our lives. WE MUST WORK HARD, have long
periods of study and concentrated efforts. We must withdraw and sever
ties with people who are not truly aligned with our best long term
interests. (Finally) Focus exclusively on your ambitions and what is
important to you. Eliminate distractions and MOVE FORWARD!!"
Barbara, just stopping by to show ya some love. Hope all is good with you. Great video below and plus my favorite song on top of it. Your awesome and I have nothing but LOVE and RESPECT for ya. See ya soon
Hey Barbara! How's your summer going so far? I didn't move back to MI after all; things have worked out well here in PA. BUT, I'll be in town to see you play in Plymouth this August! And if you happen to be playing a gig in Ferndale around that time, please let me know :) ~xoxox Debbie