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US pianist, keyboardist, synthesizer player, arranger, songwriter from Los Angeles, CA. Passed away in March 2022.
Began in the early 1970s at Motown. Worked with artists such as Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, Lionel Richie, Bette Midler, Toni Braxton, Diana Ross, and Julio Iglesias. Musical director for The Miracles. As a musician, John Barnes made one of the world’s most recognizable opening piano riffs for Gloria Gaynor’s timeless, classic hit, "I Will Survive". Related to Sharon Barnes. Father of John Barnes III (LA Jay), who has been active since the late 80s.
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October 22, 2025
Sister
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United StatesApril 16, 2025
Echoplex
Los Angeles, California, United StatesDecember 21, 2024
New Morning
Paris, Île-de-France, FranceDecember 20, 2024
Skaters Palace
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyDecember 19, 2024
Hebebühne
Hamburg, Hamburg, GermanyPosts from fans about this artist
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