LOS ANGELES, CA
Jarvis ‘Jeb’ Barnes
Touring drummer, playback engineer, music director, and live entertainment specialist helping artists and teams build shows that feel tight, musical, reliable, and undeniable.
Known for world-class drum performance, clean show systems, and a calm professional presence, Jarvis brings the full picture to every room: feel, preparation, technical fluency, communication, and the ability to understand how a show is supposed to move.
TOUR
Drums + Keys
TV
Live Events
SHOW
Playback Builds
DWJ
Education + Tools
MEET JARVIS / THE STORY
“The goal is not just to play the gig. The goal is to make the artist, the music, and the show feel supported.”
Jarvis built his career around one principle: serve the room.
From the drum chair, that means feel, time, dynamics, tone, and taste. From the playback side, it means precision, organization, reliability, and systems that keep the creative process moving.
This balance has made him a trusted collaborator for artists, music directors, managers, and live production teams navigating rehearsals, last-minute changes, recalls, tours, and stage-ready execution.
Originally from Dover, Delaware, Jarvis developed his foundation in bebop, big band, R&B, and pop before studying at Berklee College of Music. His work now spans world tours, television performances, artist development, playback programming, and practical education for working musicians.
WHAT JARVIS DOES
Built for the stage, the system, and the musician.
01 / PERFORMANCE Touring Drummer + Live Musician High-level drum performance for artists, tours, rehearsals, TV, corporate events, showcases, and live production rooms that need pocket, precision, energy, and professionalism.
02 / PLAYBACK
Playback Engineering + Show Programming
Ableton show builds, stem organization, show file prep, MIDI and program changes, playback routing, rehearsal files, and clean systems that help teams move fast.
03 / MUSIC DIRECTION
Music Direction Support + Creative Consulting
Arrangement support, show flow, transitions, playback edits, creative problem-solving, and practical feedback for artists, music directors, managers, and production teams.
04 / EDUCATION
Drumming With Jarvis Education
Private lessons, consultations, video review, eBooks, Ableton templates, drumless tracks, free downloads, and practical resources for musicians building real careers.
05 / MEDIA
OFF SCRIPT PODCAST
Conversations with musicians, engineers, music directors, creatives, dancers, technicians, and industry professionals about the people and process behind every performance.
06 / BRAND
CONTENT + COMMUNITY
Behind-the-scenes education, performance breakdowns, gear insight, and practical musician development through Drumming With Jarvis and related platforms.
WHY PRODUCTIONS HIRE JARVIS
Musical, technical, and easy to work with.
Pocket + Energy
Drum parts that support the record, the artist, and the room.
Show Awareness
Understands transitions, dynamics, cues, playback, and the full arc of a set.
Clean Systems
Organized sessions, stems, routing, and practical show files for real teams.
Professional Presence
Clear communication, calm energy, fast revisions, and respect for the process.
SELECTED CREDITS
Artists, stages, shows, and brands.
FEATURED ARTISTS:
Tate McRae • Victoria Monét • Danna • Ava Max • GUNNA • Megan Moroney • The Kid Laroi • BLXST • Sabrina Carpenter • Bebe Rexha • Muni Long • Kelly Rowland • Jordin Sparks • Gym Class Heroes / Travie McCoy • Joe, Ama • Chxrry22 • Emmy Meli • Izzy La Reina • Annika Wells • Margo • Teamarrr • Peyton Shay • Ali Berke • Mølly • Rayvon Owen • Heather Cole • PIXIEPUNK • Bryan Lazar.
TV, LIVE EVENTS + FEATURES:
Saturday Night Live • The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon • 2023 Streamer Awards • 2024 Streamer Awards • American Idol Season 21 • Call of Duty Mobile • Destructoid Drums
BRAND PARTNERS + GEAR FAMILY
Pearl Drums • Zildjian Cymbals • Vic Firth • Remo • Ultimate Ears • RTOM
WORK WITH JARVIS
Need drums, playback, show support, or musician development?
Send the details, timeline, location, files, or goals. Jarvis works with artists, managers, music directors, productions, and musicians who want the performance and preparation to feel professional from the start.