JASON BARNES
Redefining what's possible.
Jason Barnes is an Atlanta-based drummer, producer, DJ, songwriter, actor, and keynote speaker who has performed across the United States and internationally for over 20 years. In 2012, a workplace accident resulted in the amputation of his right arm below the elbow — and rather than step away from music, Jason rebuilt himself into something entirely new.
Partnering with researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Jason co-developed a robotic drumming prosthetic powered by EMG sensors and machine learning, setting a Guinness World Record in 2014 for the most drumbeats per minute with a prosthetic limb. His story has been featured in Rolling Stone, The New York Times, The Guardian, Amplitude Magazine, and the YouTube Originals documentary series Age of A.I. hosted by Robert Downey Jr. He has performed and spoken alongside world-class artists, academics, and technology leaders, and has headlined stages from Atlanta to Los Angeles. Beyond performance, Jason is the founder of the Limitless Sound Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit providing adaptive instruments and studio access to musicians with disabilities.
Six ways to work together.
Whether you're booking a headlining performance, need a keynote speaker, or want world-class production — Jason brings something singular to every project.
Live Performance
Experience the world's first bionic drummer live. Jason's performances fuse raw musicianship with cutting-edge adaptive technology — a spectacle unlike anything else on a stage.
Book a Show →DJ Sets
Jason's DJ sets pull from deep electronic roots, spanning genres from hip-hop to EDM. High-energy live performances built for festivals, corporate events, and private bookings.
Book a DJ Set →Music Production
Mixing, mastering, ghost production, and full project builds — all genres, all styles. Affordable services with serious attention to deadlines. Your vision, professionally executed.
Beat Store →Film, TV & Scoring
Custom music scoring for film, TV, commercials, and video games. Sync licensing, original composition, and AI-integrated music creation. From indie short to major production.
Discuss a Project →Acting & On-Camera
Commercial acting, on-camera talent, and brand representation. Jason brings authenticity to every role — as himself, as a character, or as the face of a brand that believes in doing the impossible.
Casting Inquiries →Keynote Speaking
Keynotes, workshops, and seminars on resilience, adaptive technology, disability in music, and breaking through perceived limits. Booked for schools, clinics, conferences, and corporations.
Book a Keynote →A story the world keeps telling.
Most drumbeats per minute with a prosthetic limb.
Partnering with Gil Weinberg and the Georgia Tech Center for Music Technology, Jason co-developed a first-of-its-kind robotic drumming prosthetic controlled by EMG sensors. In 2014, he used it to set a Guinness World Record for the most drumbeats per minute with a prosthetic — marking a new chapter in the history of both music and adaptive technology.
"The Drummer Who Built Himself a New Arm"
Rolling Stone's landmark feature on Jason's story of loss, resilience, and technological breakthrough at Georgia Tech.
Bionic Drummer Makes Headlines
The Times covered Jason's robotic prosthetic development — a story at the intersection of music, medicine, and machine learning.
"A Bionic Drummer Reinvents What's Possible"
The Guardian explored Jason's story as a defining moment in adaptive music technology and disability representation.
Featured Alongside Robert Downey Jr.
Jason was featured in YouTube's flagship documentary series Age of A.I., hosted by Robert Downey Jr., spotlighting AI-powered prosthetics.
National Television Feature
Jason joined Jason Sudeikis, Fred Armisen, and Forte on CBS Mornings — bringing his story of adaptive drumming to national audiences.
Cover Feature · The Future of Drumming
Amplitude's cover story on Jason's impact on the drumming community and the future of adaptive music performance.
As Seen In
See it to believe it.
From documentary features to record-breaking performances — Jason's story on screen.
Ready to create something extraordinary?
Jason is available for live performances, DJ sets, keynote speaking, music production, film scoring, and acting opportunities.
The ecosystem he built.
Limitless Sound Foundation
Adaptive instruments, studio access, and music education for musicians with disabilities. Co-founded by Jason Barnes.
Visit limitlesssound.org →
Cybernetic Sound Studio
Professional recording, mixing, and mastering. A world-class creative environment built for artists who refuse to compromise.
Visit cyberneticsoundstudio.com →Let's make something happen.
Whether you're looking to book a performance, collaborate on a project, or just have a conversation — Jason's team is ready. Reach out below or contact directly.