Rising Stars: Meet Rick Barrio Dill

Today we’d like to introduce you to Rick Barrio Dill. They and their team shared their story with us below:

Rick Barrio Dill is a world-touring musician, entertainer and entrepreneur known for his work as a bass player and member of the internationally renowned soul and rock band Vintage Trouble. In addition, Rick’s is the creator of the podcast network (S.L.A.P. the Network) devoted towards creating shows where artistry and social progress cross. He is also currently the host of @SLAPthePower, the flagship podcast on the network.

Over the years, Rick has honed his skills as a musician and performer and his dynamic bass lines have become a signature part of Vintage Trouble’s sound. Performing on some of the world’s biggest stages, including the main stage at Glastonbury, Summer Sonic, Coachella and the Montreux Jazz Festival as well as having the honor to tour in support of music legends such as The Rolling Stones, The Who, AC/DC and Lenny Kravitz to name a few, it is safe to say that the life continues to shape the man.

Offstage, Rick is known for being a passionate advocate for music education and has worked with organizations such as Little Kids Rock to bring such education to underprivileged children and he has also helped support various charities, including the Rainforest Foundation, Vote Save America, and the ASPCA.

In addition to his work with Vintage Trouble, Rick is the founder and CEO. of S.L.A.P Music Media, a production studio in the Hollywood media district devoted to creating shows by artists with a bend towards social progress. SLAP crosses a wide and diverse range of artists and organizations with a shared common goal of creating content, awareness and resources that promote tangible social progress and shared community good.

Rick’s passion for music and social activism is reflected in both his art and his business ventures, making him a powerful force to continue to watch in the music industry and beyond.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Every hiccup is truly an opportunity if you can stay in a place of gratitude. Almost every time it seems like the worst thing is happening when you elongate it out, it winds up being a blessing in different forms. I’m trying to embrace the struggles nowadays.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I try to stay open as both a creative and a businessman. There are always new challenges that are really opportunities. I’m probably most proud of the strength of my relationships at this point in my life as well as my ability to use the tools I’ve developed on this crazy ride in both music and life.

We love surprises, fun facts and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
Thats tough. Most people that know me I feel, know ME, lol. I’m pretty open I feel as a person and if you know me, you pretty much get what you see. 🙂

Contact Info:

• Website: www.slapthepower.com
• Instagram: rickbarriodill
• Facebook: slapthepower
• Twitter: rickbarriodill
• Youtube: vintagetrouble
• Yelp: SLAPStudiosLA
• SoundCloud: vintagetrouble
• Other: www.vintagetrouble.com