Tommy Keys & The Barrelhouse Boys deliver a dynamic blend of Blues, Funk, and Jazz — turning every show into a celebration of rhythm, soul, and good-time boogie. Led by New York Blues Hall of Fame Inductee and International Blues Challenge Finalist Tommy Keys, the six-piece band brings audiences to their feet with boogie-woogie piano, soulful vocals, and contagious energy. From Memphis to Germany’s B-Jazz Festival, Tommy’s music has traveled the globe — and now, from his home base in Central Florida, he and The Barrelhouse Boys continue to light up stages with their signature groove and spirit-filled performances.

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Paul Cowart

Guitar, Vocals

Guitarist Paul Cowart, hailing from Homestead, Florida, brings a fiery blend of tone and feel to the Barrelhouse Boys. Paul has made his mark in Florida’s blues scene with bands such as The Stompers and Quick Trigger. His tasteful phrasing and soulful energy add both grit and groove to every performance.


 

Randy Gestiehr

Harmonica, Percussion & Vocals

Randy's musical journey began in the early 1970s, sparked by the soulful drive of Motown, the energy of the British Invasion, and the raw spirit of bluegrass. Those early sounds lit the fuse, but everything changed when he discovered the blues greats—Paul Butterfield, James Cotton, and Junior Wells. Bands like Cactus and Big Mama Boogie pushed his passion even further, inspiring him to dive into playing and practicing with real intent.

Jim Mackey

Drums

Jim Mackey is a drummer who’s logged miles and stages from California to Florida. Now based in Florida, he draws on years of coast-to-coast playing experience to deliver solid, reliable grooves wherever he plays.

Bill Marino

Guitar, Vocals

Bill has been performing since 1978, blending blues, funk, rock, country, and jump swing into a distinctive sound. A former member of the country-rock band QuickDraw, he’s shared stages with Delbert McClinton, The Marshall Tucker Band, and Suzy Bogguss, and performed at the 2008 International Blues Challenge in Memphis.


 

Frank Murphy

Bass

Anchoring the low end of the Barrelhouse Boys’ rhythm section is bassist Frank Murphy. A Florida native and seasoned performer, Frank has held down the groove for Central Florida favorites including Murphy’s Law, The Blues Shakers, and ColdIron. His deep pocket and unshakable thump bring a rock-solid foundation and soulful pulse to every performance.

Tommy Keys

Piano, Organ & Vocals

Tommy Keys is a powerhouse pianist and vocalist, turning every keyboard—acoustic, electric, piano, or organ—into a whirlwind of New Orleans jazz, boogie-woogie, blues, and funk. Hailing from Long Island, he’s an International Blues Challenge finalist, New York Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, and is played on Sirius/XM's Bluesville. With his new six-piece band, Tommy Keys & The Barrelhouse Boys, he delivers high-energy performances that leave audiences stomping and cheering.