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.
Pala Casino Spa & Resort - Pala, CA
Saturday, December 3, 2022: 4 PM - 8:30 PM
Performing on the Center Bar Stage with NuVintage
Private Event - San Diego, CA
Sunday, December 4, 2022
with CEO Rhythm Section
Pala Casino Spa & Resort - Pala, CA
Wednesday, December 7, 2022; 6 PM - 10:30 PM
Performing on the Center Bar Stage with NuVintage
Coyote Bar & Grill - Carlsbad, CA
Friday, December 9, 2022; 6 PM - 10 PM
with NuVintage
Wedding / Hotel Del Coronado - Coronado, CA
Saturday, December 10, 2022
with LBD
Corporate Holiday Party - Loews Coronado Bay Resort / Coronado, CA
Friday, December 16, 2022
with April & The Funk Junkies
The Par Lounge & Deck - Ramona, CA
Saturday, December 17, 2022; 8 PM - 11 PM
with BB & Company
Kimball Coastal Eatery - National City, CA
Friday, December 23, 2022; 6 PM - 9 PM
with BB & Company
Pala Casino Spa & Resort - Pala, CA
Friday, December 30, 2022; 4 PM - 8:30 PM
Performing on the Center Bar Stage with NuVintage
Ocean Hills Country Club - Oceanside, CA
Saturday, December 31, 2022
with The Corvelles
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, January 7, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Humphrey's Backstage Live - San Diego, CA
Friday, January 20, 2023; 8 PM - 12 AM
with Groove Squad
Private Event - Carmel Valley, CA
Saturday, January 28, 2023
with April & the Funk Junkies
Private Event / Goat Hill Park Golf Club - Oceanside, CA
Saturday, February 4, 2023
with April & The Funk Junkies
Private Event / Marina Village Bay Room - San Diego, CA
Sunday, February 12, 2023
with Groove Squad
The Cove Bar & Grill - Murrietta, CA
Friday, February 17, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with The Marcus Syndicate
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, March 4, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Humphreys Backstage Live - San Diego, CA
Friday, March 24, 2023; 8 PM - 12 AM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, April 1, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, May 6, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, June 3, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Wedding / Grand Tradition Estates Garden - Fallbrook, CA
Sunday, June 11, 2023
with Lucky Devils
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, July 1, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, August 5, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, September 2, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, October 7, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, November 4, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
Old Town Blues Club - Temecula, CA
Saturday, December 2, 2023; 8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
with Groove Squad
