The Barker Boyz
About the Band
Our Story
Welcome to the Barker Boyz Crew!
Ma Barker’s Boyz Musicians from the Swamp
The story of Ma (Kate) Barker and the FBI acclaimed longest shoot out in history January 16, 1935 in the small town of Ocklawaha, Florida ending one of the most notorious criminal groups of the depression era. The story goes that the FBI laid tracks to the Barker’s after Ma Barker’s son Fred was alleged to shot “Gator Joe”. Tours available at the Ma Barker Homeplace.
Today’s rise of these Barker Boyz (not related to Ma) carries a heart full of Blues & Classic Rock ‘n Roll fever led by the multi-instrument highly talented Stan Spencer and his hand picked gang of musicians. The Central Florida based “All American Band” show travels over most all Florida and can bring a varied and exciting show to your venue or private party.
The Sound
Rooted in the Blues. Built to Rock.
The Blues
Classic Rock
plenty of Hammond organ.
The Band
Meet the Barker Boyz
Guitar Saxophone and Flute
Stan Spencer
A Florida native and self-taught guitar powerhouse, Stan has played since age 10 and turned pro at 16. He has toured the U.S., Mexico and Europe, opened for national acts and headlined festivals. With his trusty 1975 Fender Strat in hand, he leads The Barker Boyz through high-octane Classic Rock, Blues and Southern Rock.
Key, Harmonica & Vocals
Greg “Wolfman”
A Chicago blues veteran, Wolfman has shared the stage with Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor and Son Seals. He has been a Chicago Blues Festival staple for more than 20 years, opening for acts from Pinetop Perkins to Santana and Roger Waters. He’s an award-winning performer and bandleader who brings real-deal Chicago blues to The Barker Boyz.
Bass
Tim Trzeciak
Tim Trzeciak is a Florida-based bass player known for his deep groove, stage presence, and old-school rock energy. Rooted in the Central Florida music scene, he brings a gritty bass tone, and the kind of steady groove that holds a band together from the first song. His long history of playing alongside guitarist and singer Stan Spencer gives The Barker Boyz a solid foundation for high-quality shows.
Drums
Mark “Hammer Hands”
With 40 years behind the kit, Mark “Hammer Hands” is the heartbeat of The Barker Boyz. From dirty blues grooves to guitar-driven classic rock, he brings the thunder, locks into the pocket and lays down a beat you feel in your bones. He plays with no gimmicks and no shortcuts, just sticks, skins and rock-and-roll attitude.