[2][3] It was there that he led worship at the popular Christian student gathering Breakaway, and where he met Everett.
[4] Barnard is also known for his unique style of strumming the acoustic guitar and his high vocal range.
[5] During his junior year as a student at Texas A&M University, Barnard began a recording career.
[6] Prior to joining Everett, Barnard teamed up with friend Caleb Carruth to release an album.
[4] Shortly thereafter, he met Barnard, and became part of Breakaway Ministries, a weekly student-led praise and worship service at Texas A&M.