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Hi, I’m Darrius Barnes—a multi-hyphenate in the music industry. I’m a music producer, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist who thrives on wearing many hats to help artists shine. Over the past 17 years I’ve produced for KARM 4, handled recording, mixing, and mastering, and even steered label-style projects, publishing, and merchandise development. Beyond the studio, I’ve taught choreography to communities like the YMCA and built Kingdom Mindz to educate, empower, and give back. I’ve collaborated with First Dime Music Productions in New York, performed at SXSW 2023, and opened for numerous artists at festivals. My goal is to educate others on their journey so they can be their best, while continuing to create, perform, and promote art with integrity.…Hi, I’m Darrius Barnes—a multi-hyphenate in the music industry. I’m a music producer, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist who thrives on wearing many hats to help artists shine. Over the past 17 years I’ve produced for KARM 4, handled recording, mixing, and mastering, and even steered label-style projects, publishing, and merchandise development. Beyond the studio, I’ve taught choreography to communities like the YMCA and built Kingdom Mindz to educate, empower, and give back. I’ve collaborated with First Dime Music Productions in New York, performed at SXSW 2023, and opened for numerous artists at festivals. My goal is to educate others on their journey so they can be their best, while continuing to create, perform, and promote art with integrity.

Darrius Barnes

Music Producer, Dancer, Choreographer, +2

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Hi, I’m Darrius Barnes—a multi-hyphenate in the music industry. I’m a music producer, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist who thrives on wearing many hats to help artists shine. Over the past 17 years I’ve produced for KARM 4, handled recording, mixing, and mastering, and even steered label-style projects, publishing, and merchandise development. Beyond the studio, I’ve taught choreography to communities like the YMCA and built Kingdom Mindz to educate, empower, and give back. I’ve collaborated with First Dime Music Productions in New York, performed at SXSW 2023, and opened for numerous artists at festivals. My goal is to educate others on their journey so they can be their best, while continuing to create, perform, and promote art with integrity.…Hi, I’m Darrius Barnes—a multi-hyphenate in the music industry. I’m a music producer, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist who thrives on wearing many hats to help artists shine. Over the past 17 years I’ve produced for KARM 4, handled recording, mixing, and mastering, and even steered label-style projects, publishing, and merchandise development. Beyond the studio, I’ve taught choreography to communities like the YMCA and built Kingdom Mindz to educate, empower, and give back. I’ve collaborated with First Dime Music Productions in New York, performed at SXSW 2023, and opened for numerous artists at festivals. My goal is to educate others on their journey so they can be their best, while continuing to create, perform, and promote art with integrity.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Darrius Barnes—a multi-hyphenate in the music industry. I’m a music producer, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist who thrives on wearing many hats to help artists shine. Over the past 17 years I’ve produced for KARM 4, handled recording, mixing, and mastering, and even steered label-style projects, publishing, and merchandise development.

Beyond the studio, I’ve taught choreography to communities like the YMCA and built Kingdom Mindz to educate, empower, and give back. I’ve collaborated with First Dime Music Productions in New York, performed at SXSW 2023, and opened for numerous artists at festivals. My goal is to educate others on their journey so they can be their best, while continuing to create, perform, and promote art with integrity.

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Work Experience

Music Producer / Founder at Kingdom Mindz

January 1, 2013 - Present

Founded Kingdom Mindz in 2013 and work with KARM 4 and local artists to record, mix, and master music for shows and radio. Produced beats for most artists, handled copyrights, publishing, and merchandise to build the brand, and continue to manage the artist. Produced KARM 4's debut album 'Beauty And The Beast' and collaboration on a second album. Also collaborated with First Dime Music Productions in New York for approximately one to two months. Performed as an artist and opened for various acts at festivals, including SXSW 2023. Roles encompassed production, performance, promotion, and artist development.

Founder / Producer / Artist Development / Manager at Kingdom Mindz

January 1, 2013 - Present

Started with KARM 4 and local artists; record, mix, and master their music for shows and radio; create beats; performed label duties including copyrights, publishing, and merchandising; manage the KARM 4 brand; produced the debut album ' Beauty And The Beast '; contributed to ongoing second album; collaborations as a work-for-hire producer for other companies; collaborated with First Dime Music Productions (New York); performed at SXSW 2023 and opened for multiple artists; active in production, performance, and promotion.

Founder / Music Producer at Kingdom Mindz

January 1, 2013 - Present

Founded Kingdom Mindz and produced, mixed, and mastered music for local artists; created beats, handled copyrights, publishing, and merchandise; managed branding and artist development; produced debut album for KARM 4's project and collaborated with external producers; performed and promoted at festivals including SXSW 2023.

Music Producer / Artist & Label Manager at KARM 4

January 1, 2013 - Present

Produced for KARM 4’s albums and singles; recorded, mixed, and mastered tracks; created beats for local artists; handled label functions such as copyrights, publishing, and branding; continues artist management.

Performer

January 1, 2023 - Present

Opened for various artists and performed at festivals; showcased as an artist across multiple venues and events; SXSW appearance noted for 2023.