The Barker Boyz
Members
Lead Guitar & Vocals
Stan Spencer
Career Highlights
Stanley Reed Spencer is a seasoned multi-instrumentalist whose life has been defined by a relentless dedication to his craft. A Florida native born into a musical household, Stanley’s journey began under the tutelage of his mother, a piano teacher, before he found his stride in the discipline of school marching bands. While he excelled on the saxophone—earning a college scholarship for the instrument—it was the electric guitar that truly captured his spirit.
At age 10, Stanley took the foundational theory he learned on the sax and applied it to the guitar. Entirely self-taught by ear, he developed a rare proficiency for reproducing complex notes and tones without ever taking a formal lesson. This natural intuition, combined with a disciplined education that often included three music classes a day, forged him into a versatile powerhouse capable of shifting seamlessly between guitar, saxophone, flute, and piano.
A Career Formed on the Road
Stanley’s professional career ignited at just 16 years old with a high-profile debut in Ft. Pierce, Florida. Since then, his music has taken him across the United States, Mexico, and Europe. His resume is marked by major milestones, including:
Opening for numerous national acts and headlining major festivals.
A 1980 performance at the Jacksonville Coliseum for presidential candidate’s convention.
Decades of touring the South Florida circuit, living the true musician’s life on the road in his vintage Airstream camper.
The Gear and the Influence
If Stanley has a musical soulmate, it is his 1975 American Fender Stratocaster. Purchased when he was 18, the guitar—originally white, now seasoned to a vintage yellow by years of “blood, sweat, tears, and bar smoke”—remains his primary instrument and is even immortalized in ink on his forearm.
His sound is a masterclass in Classic Rock, Blues, and Southern Rock, heavily influenced by the greats:
The Icons: Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Winter, Robin Trower, and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
The Legends: Joe Bonamassa and the heavy hitters of Southern Rock, including The Allman Brothers Band and Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Today
While Stanley possesses an extensive catalog of original compositions, he currently brings his veteran expertise and electrifying stage presence to the stage with The Barker Boyz, delivering high-energy covers that honor the legends who shaped his sound.
Keyboard, Harmonica & Vocals
Greg “Wolfman” Schleitwiler
Career Highlights
Elite Collaboration: Performed alongside blues and rock legends including Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Son Seals, and Shirley King.
Major Festival Presence: A staple of the Chicago Blues Festival for over 20 years, opening for world-class acts from Pinetop Perkins to Santana and Roger Waters (Pink Floyd).
Chicago Blues Legacy: Continues a decades-long tradition of headlining major Chicago holiday performances and the long-running SOPRO Blues Show (now in its 35th year).
Award-Winning Performance: Recognized performer and winner with the North Central Blues Society regional competition.
Industry Leadership: Accomplished Entertainment Director and bandleader for Wolfman and the Bluesmen.
Bass & Vocals
Tim Trzeciak
Tim Trzeciak is “The Pulse of the Groove”
Career Highlights
Known by friends and bandmates as someone who keeps the rhythm tight and the energy high, Tim represents the heart of Florida’s working-musician culture — hauling gear, supporting local venues, and helping keep live rock music alive one show at a time. On stage, he brings a gritty bass tone, crowd-friendly charisma, and the kind of steady groove that holds a band together from the first song to the encore.Tim Trzeciak is “The Pulse of the Groove”
Specialties: Southern Rock, Blues-Rock, Fusion, and Technical Session Work
Professional Profile
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, Tim has built a reputation as a dependable musician who brings power and personality to every performance. Whether laying down classic rock rhythms, driving blues lines, or backing high-energy bar-band anthems, his style blends precision with pure rock ’n’ roll attitude.
Musical Foundation & Style
Tim’s has performed alongside fellow Florida musicians in jam sessions, local showcases, and regional venues, earning respect for both his musicianship and his dedication to the scene. Fellow performers have highlighted his appearances in Florida, Tennessee and Georgias music communities with live-performances.
• Pocket Mastery:
Known by friends and bandmates as someone who keeps the rhythm tight and the energy high, Tim represents the heart of Florida’s working-musician culture — hauling gear, supporting local venues, and helping keep live rock music alive one show at a time. On stage, he brings a gritty bass tone, crowd-friendly charisma, and the kind of steady groove that holds a band together from the first song to the encore.
• Tonal Versatility: Equally comfortable delivering a warm, vintage thump for blues-based tracks or a crisp, modern snap for high-energy rock.
Live Performance
Tim brings that solid bottom to the development of the “The Barker Boyz” sound providing a foundational groove. Tim and The Barker Boyz guitarist/singer Stan Spencer have a long era of playing together that brings a solid known collaboration results for high performance quality shows and sound.
Drums
Mark “Hammer Hands”
Behind the Beat
40 years of pounding skins, laying down grooves, and keeping the rock and blues alive!
Mark, better known as “Hammer Hands,” isn’t just a drummer — he’s the heartbeat of the band. With 40 years behind the kit, he’s got the experience, the feel, and the grit to drive a song hard and keep the music rolling.
From dirty blues grooves to guitar-driven classic rock, Hammer Hands brings the thunder, locks into the pocket, and lays down the kind of beat you feel in your bones. When he gets behind that kit, those sticks aren’t just keeping time — they’re going to work!
He knows when to hit hard, when to hold back, and when to let the music get a little nasty. No fancy gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just sticks, skins, sweat, and a whole lot of rock-and-roll attitude.
Forty years in, the hands are still hammering, the blues are still dirty, and the rock is still loud!
Mark “Hammer Hands” — bringing the thunder, driving the groove, and keeping the rock-and-roll machine rolling!
The Sound
What People are Saying
K.K. Gaines
I had the best time. The Barker Boyz rock Vocals are amazing and you can actually hear what they are singing without the music being overpowering. This band is professional as it gets. They have an amazing assortment of songs and instruments, they are not your average band. If you haven’t seen them play then you need to. Book them for your next event, you will not be disappointed. I am now a huge fan. Very enjoyable to go see and listen to.
C. Brown
I bartend at a place they recently played, so I see a lot of bands, and these guys were great! Professional,courteous and a heck of a good show! Highly recommend!
R. White
Awesome talent..I love the sax
B. Cathy
Awesome band. If you have not seen them yet you really need to put some time aside and stop missing out.
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.