WILLIAM “BARRIE” CUNNINGHAM

Producer | Entertainer | Singer | Tribute Artist | Musician

William “Barrie” Cunningham is a world-class entertainer whose career has spanned decades and crossed international borders. From intimate coffeehouses to grand showrooms, cruise ships, performing arts centers, and international concert halls, Barrie has captivated audiences with his voice, charisma, and dynamic stage presence.

He began his musical journey at just 15, performing folk music in coffeehouses across California, Maryland, Florida, and New York. He later rose to prominence in Southern California with the acclaimed rockabilly group Black Slacks, earning accolades such as Entertainer of the Year (Southern California) and Vacation Hero from Norwegian Cruise Lines.

Barrie is a Principal Artist with the world-renowned Legends in Concert tribute show and has been a featured performer in productions such as American Superstars, Superstars Live in Concert, and Stars in Concert (Europe).

In 2008, he was honored to perform at the historic Brandenburg Gate in Berlin for the re-opening of the American Embassy, and he has also headlined events for prestigious audiences including The National Governors Association and top-tier corporations like Motorola, Scentsy, and Adobe.

Barrie is best known for his remarkable tributes to Neil Diamond and Jimmy Buffett, which have taken him across the globe to Japan, Russia, Germany, Canada, Australia, Hawaii, and beyond. Since 1991, he has been the primary Neil Diamond tribute artist and exclusive Jimmy Buffett tribute artist for multiple major productions.

As a producer and headliner, Barrie created and stars in two acclaimed tribute productions:

• Hot August Nights – The Neil Diamond Tribute Show

• Adventures in Parrotdise – The Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show

These were the first-ever Neil Diamond and Jimmy Buffett tribute shows to hold residencies at major Las Vegas casino showrooms, solidifying Barrie’s place as a trailblazer in the world of tribute entertainment.