Barry Blaze is best known for
being the creator, driving force, and voice of the 90’s band Code of Ethics. In
2000 he put out his last CD “Blaze” on Word Records. After 11 years on the road
and at the end of the “Blaze” tour he asked a soul searching question, “O.K.
God, what next?”
Soon after, a phone call from a pastor in Jacksonville, Florida led Barry and
his wife Cynthia back to his home town and to a position on a church staff as
Worship Leader. This was an awesome opportunity to use the leadership skills God
had equipped him with, and see ministry and life change on a weekly basis.
Worship became, and is still Barry’s passion.
On May 1st, 2004, while enjoying his favorite pastime of motorcycling, Barry had
a near-fatal accident caused by an unanticipated thunderstorm. Severe head
trauma caused significant and permanent hearing and eyesight loss.
The title track to Barry’s new CD “Patiently Waiting” was penned in the middle
of one night while Barry couldn’t sleep. He was contemplating again “O.K. God,
what next?” He wondered why the God that loved him so much, the One who placed
this passion of worship in his heart, would allow the possibility of never
hearing the beauty of music again. It was during the 3 years of ongoing
surgeries and recovery that the songs on this CD were inspired, written and
recorded.
There are songs of waiting for God’s voice and reassurance. There are also songs
of love, praise and thanks to the Creator who knows all things and works them
together for His good.
Through God’s power alone, Barry continues to lead worship each week, record
music as an artist, and serve the Great Comforter who is worthy of all our
praise.
Cool. I'll definitely check out the new album when it comes out. I used to be in Sackcloth Fashion, maybe we ran into each other at a festival or some gig. Nice to know you. Do you know Dave Clo? Guitarist.
Thank you, love working on this record. I feel like we've met? Maybe on the road some place. I saw you were in Code Of Ethics. Very cool. Are you still in Nashville?
Ascension Worship this Friday night the 20th at Grace Church of Avondale @ 7:00. You don't want to miss this one!!!!!! It's going to be awesome, bring some friends. Ascension Team
I recently met some one who claims to have known you in your former life(before code of ethics). His name is Alan Howe. He's originaly from Michigan I think and now lives in Ohio. I think he said you were a friend of his brother or cousin or something like that? Small world if it's true.
How’s it going? I hope you have a great weekend and I love your music.
I’m sure you are very busy with summer coming and all but would you please listen to our latest podcast and let me know what you think of it by commenting back. I would greatly appreciate it. You can also subscribe to it on that page.
Have a blessed holiday. Check out the below video from a few nights ago when I opened for a man named Randy Stonehill. This is a new song that takes the stage, lights, and everything and gives it all to the Lord who alone is worthy to be glorified! Check it out and let me know what you think!
Just wanted to let you know that I’m competing in the ALIVE FESTIVAL New Artist Talent Search. The top 5 artists will perform at the festival in June, so I need votes!
YOUTH FORCE SAT. NIGHT MARCH 15TH @ 7:00PM!!!!! WERE HEADED TO THE RIVER!!! -------------------------------- Directions: i65 N, to the Warrior Robbins Exit, Turn Right off the Ramp, Go to the Traffic Light at the top of the hill, Turn Left, come to first traffic light & Youth Force on the left!!!! See Ya There!!!!!!!!!!!
Very nice to make your acquaintance. My friend Roger turned me on to your music. Great stuff…I'm looking forward to checking out Code of Ethics as well.
Your story really resonated with me. In 1999 I tore a ligament in my wrist while playing tennis. Not a good thing for a piano player, even though it was a minor thing other than that. I was in a cast for 4 months and could only play keyboards with my left hand. Even though the injury really slowed me down and my wrist is still not the same (I'd say it's at about 70% strength), I'm grateful that I can still play at all. (I think I was taking a lot of things in my life for granted before that.) If I multiply my own anxiety about a mere wrist injury by 50, maybe I can get some inkling of what you've gone through since your accident.
Keep up the very fine work, your music is very inspiring.
Thanks, Barry, for the friendship. I was moved by the story of your accident. One of my sons had a severe head trauma in 2000 and was in an 11 day coma. Miraculously, he survived without any permanent damage. God is good!
I love your Barry Blaze solo material, very organic and uplifting. A pleasant change of pace from the Code of Ethics stuff. But then again, anything that you do is fabulous!
