Bob Barrick, Brendan Mayer, & Peter Mayer

Bob Barrick and Brendan Mayer

After a 2014 Jimmy Buffett concert, Bob Barrick and Brendan Mayer both left with police escorts—Brendan to the airport, continuing his tour with Buffett, and Bob to the local jail. That unlikely twist marks the start of a creative partnership rooted in vivid storytelling and shared humor.

Barrick, an indie-folk artist known for his raw, introspective lyrics and disarming wit, built his reputation on stages like the Bluebird Music Festival and through collaborations with artists such as Joshua Lee Turner. Mayer, immersed in music from a young age as the son of Coral Reefer guitarist Peter Mayer, developed a soulful Americana style, reflecting both his family’s legacy and his distinct artistry through heartfelt lyrics and a polished, evocative sound.

Together, they craft songs that merge Barrick’s sharp, contemplative storytelling with Mayer’s melodic sensitivity. Their music bridges the humor and heart of two distinct paths, creating a sound as vivid as their shared stories.

About Peter Mayer

Peter Mayer is a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, touring musician and recording artist in Nashville, Tennessee. With his unique writing style, distinctive voice and virtuoso musicianship, Mayer creates compelling and soulful music for an electrifying live performance. Mayer has released 25 albums to date and tours year round with the Peter Mayer Group. He is the lead guitarist in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band and has shared the stage with a regalia of bright lights in the music industry including: James Taylor, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Don Henley, Dave Matthews, Joe Walsh, and many others.