Barry Rich
Artist Biography
Barry Rich is an indie-folk singer-songwriter currently based in New Jersey, though he has lived and travelled across most of the U.S. This transitory aspect of his life colors his songwriting, which emphasizes earnest storytelling centering on love, grief, and memory. Drawing inspiration from artists like Hozier, John Darnielle, and Ben Gibbard, Rich crafts moving melodies as the backdrop for heartfelt lyrics.
Rich started writing music in high school and college, though largely took a break from music while pursuing a graduate education in chemistry. In 2024, Rich returned to songwriting and performing. He is a regular contributor to the weekly Sunday Open Mic and Jam at Alkemy Coffee in Flemington and has played in local festivals in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
In addition to his solo project, he also performs in the indie-rock cover band Molly Olly Oxen Free as guitarist and secondary vocalist.
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Upcoming Shows
Date and Time |
Venue |
Saturday, 10 October 2026 @ 7 pm |
Gaslight Atlantic Highlands, NJ |
Saturday, 24 October 2026 @ 11 am |
Rancocas Woodstock Mt. Laurel, NJ |
Friday, 20 November 2026 @ 6:30 pm |
Acoustic Duo with Kit Diana Jersey Girl Brewing Hackettstown, NJ |
Previous Shows
Date |
Venue |
3 October 2026 |
Thrift Fest NJ Newton, NJ |
12 September 2026 |
The Listening Lawn Sayreville, NJ |
28 August 2026 |
Acoustic Duo with Kit Diana Jersey Girl Brewing Co. Hackettstown, NJ |
12 July 2026 |
The Listening Lawn Toms River, NJ |
26 June 2026 |
Flounder Brewing Co. Hillsborough Township, NJ |
17 May 2026 |
Highland Park Porchfest |
3 May 2026 |
The Coffee Zone Toms River, NJ |
28 November 2025 |
A Bit of the Arts at The Twentieth Century Club Lansdowne, PA |
26 October 2025 |
The Listening Lawn Toms River, NJ |