The Barbaras

The Barbaras were a Memphis-based band whose music was a playful mélange of bubblegum pop, psychedelia, and garage punk. The group was formed in 2006, and developed a reputation for their energetic and imaginative live shows, which often featured props, costumes, and dancers, while each show was set around a specific visual theme. As the Barbaras made a name for themselves in Memphis, they found a friend and ally in Jay Reatard, who liked their sound and volunteered to help the group in the studio. In 2008, the Barbaras released a single on celebrated local label Goner Records, "Summertime Road" b/w "Day at the Shrine" and "Flow." A compilation of all of the group's singles, 2006-2008, arrived in 2012. ~ Mark Deming