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Squire, Barry
Multi-Program

Barry spent 15 years as a professional drummer before starting a career as a record company A&R executive, including 14 years at Warner Bros., Geffen and Columbia Records. He currently works as an independent A&R consultant and operates an exclusive musician referral service for professional musicians and recording artists. His client list includes over 400 recording artists, such as John Mayer, Weezer, Guns N’ Roses, Kelly Clarkson, The Smashing Pumpkins, Hoobastank, Perfect Circle and Justin Timberlake. Barry’s résumé also includes work at Musicians Union Local 47 as a rock music representative, two consulting positions at music business websites, and 12 years of music business instruction at UCLA extension. Since joining the MI staff in 2001, Barry’s emphasis has been on helping students transition from their school experience to a future in the music world. He teaches A&R, coordinates Industry Seminars and oversees MI’s weekly “Hiring Hall” that offers exclusive auditions at the school for tours and recording artists.

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