Bio
A career on the keyboards. You are sure you have heard it before, but you’ve never heard anything quite like this. Playing not just the notes, but truly working it. It must be heard the way it’s supposed to sound. This is only one of Bernard’s fortes. How does he do it? Bernard Battle studied and learned from the masters of each genre he plays...this includes funk, reggae, old school, classic rock, blues & Motown.
Bernard was originally self-taught, largely influenced by jazz organist Jimmy Smith and groups like Booker T & the MG’s. He started with the trumpet in the 4th grade, which he played for 12 years, this experience has given him the unique ability to duplicate horn parts on his keyboard to sound the way horn players would performing live.
BB invests his time & efforts in reproducing music from original recordings, programming his synthesizers to recreate horns, strings, organ, acoustic & electric piano in addition to any other instruments or sounds needed for a particular song. This results in a stronger, more authentic sound. BB only uses top-of-the-line keyboard synthesizers, sound rigs, and all other equipment to create the absolute best sound possible.
If your group has an upcoming event in which you desire to include the sounds of horns,
strings, or any other parts performed, but stage size and/or budget does not permit the inclusion of extra musicians, Bernard is the specialist to remedy this. Please note that, if you choose to use sequences, tracks, or any other pre-recorded, music you will be prohibited from the spontaneity of changing volume dynamics as well as the length and/or format of a song during a LIVE performance.
BB is a professional through & through who is currently the musical director for 2020 funk/jazz trumpeter and recording artist Clarence Teddy Kyle (CTK & The Black & Tan). Bernard has also received an Artist Endorsement from QSC...his personality & stage presence sets him apart from the rest.
BB & Company consists of 4 highly talented musicians/vocalists who specialize in high energy dance music. In addition, we offer smooth jazz and other soft music selections for your dining and/or cocktail listening pleasure.
Our experience and small numbers allow us to keep our cost affordable, while not sacrificing the high quality sound of our music.
All music performed by BB & Company is 100% LIVE...no sequences & no tracks.
Please contact us for your personalized quote, or any additional info you may need.
San Diego's premier R&B quartet for special occasions.
Offering the absolute best funk, old school & Motown music...performing it 100% LIVE (no tracks or pre-recorded music).
Creating an enjoyable experience by offering lively musical & visual entertainment.
Coyote Bar & Grill - Carlsbad, CA
Friday, May 21, 2021...6 pm - 10 pm
with BB & Company
Tio leo's Lounge - San Diego, CA
Saturday, May 22, 2021...7 pm - 9 pm
with The Detroit Underground
Coyote Bar & Grill - Carlsbad, CA
Friday, May 28, 2021...6 pm - 10 pm
with NuVintage
Pala Casino Spa & Resort / Center Bar Stage - Pala, CA
Wednesday, June 2, 2021...6 PM - 10:30 PM
with NuVintage
Tio Leo's Lounge - San Diego, CA
Saturday, June 5, 2021...7 PM - 9 PM
with BB & Company
Coyote Bar & Grill - Carlsbad, CA
Saturday, June 19, 2021...6 PM - 10 PM
with NuVintage
Pala Casino Spa & Resort / Center Bar Stage - Pala, CA
Tuesday, June 29, 2021...6 pm - 10:30 pm
with BB & Company
Tio Leo's Lounge - San Diego, CA
Wednesday, June 29, 2021...7 pm - 9 pm
with BB & Company
Pala Casino Spa & Resort / Center Bar Stage - Pala, CA
Monday, July 5, 2021...6 PM - 10:30 PM
with BB & Company
Tio Leo's Lounge - San Diego, CA
Saturday, July 10, 2021...7 pm - 9 pm
with BB & Company
Private Event - Escondido, CA
Saturday, July 17, 2021
with BB & Company
Pala Casino Spa & Resort / Center Bar Stage - Pala, CA
Monday, July 19, 2021...6 PM - 10:30 PM
with BB & Company
Pala Casino Spa & Resort / Center Bar Stage - Pala, CA
Wednesday, July 21, 2021...6 PM - 10:30 PM
with NuVintage
Private Event / Anniversary Party - Chula Vista, CA
Saturday, July 24, 2021
with BB & Company
Tio Leo's Lounge - San Diego, CA
Saturday, July 31, 2021...7 pm - 9 pm
with BB & Company
Catalina Island
Saturday, August 7, 2021
with The Verge
Wedding / Kona Kai Resort - San Diego, CA
Saturday, August 14, 2021
with The Lucky Devils Band
Summer Concert / Ramona Oaks Park - Ramona, CA
Saturday, August 21, 2021...6 PM - 9 PM
with BB & Company
Wedding / Galway Downs - Temecula, CA
Saturday, October 9, 2021
with The Lucky Devils Band
Corporate Holiday Party / Pasea Hotel & Spa - Huntington Beach, CA
Saturday, December 4, 2021
with BB & Company
Wedding / La Hacienda - San Diego, CA
Saturday, February 12, 2022
with BB & Company
