Bluebeard was formed in the early-1970s by Vincent Bitetti, Vincent Thomas-Penny, Gayle Hart, Danny Bogan and Barry Leech. Although their line-up changed slightly over the years, Barry Leech was always central to the group’s persona and creative vision. His tragic death in 2004 created a catalyst from which the band found new meaning and a singular focus to once and for all bring their signature brand of classic rock to the world. All of their music is dedicated to the memory—and last wishes—of Barry Leech. In mid 2004, producer and former Illinois-based One-Eyed Jacks bassist and keyboardist Barry Fasman was recruited for lead production duties, as well as keyboards and vocals. Former Siddhartha front man and longtime friend of the band, Elington Erin stepped in to handle vocal duties and completed the new line up. Since the music of Bluebeard has been described as having elements of hard rock, art rock, and progressive rock—they needed the firepower that Fasman and Erin bring to the table to complete the signature Bluebeard sound—a powerful combination of classic rock’s past, present and future. Brian Barnum (who played with Barry Leech in the early '90's), replaced Vincent-Thomas Penny in June of 2006 - keeping the dual lead guitar sound intact. Bluebeard 2006 is: Vincent Bitetti Brian Barnum Barry Fasman Daniel Bogan Gayle Hart Elington Erin.