Who We Are

 GREG RING, from the Cleveland area (formerly of Belpre), brings a wide variety of musical skills to Insured Sound. He plays keyboard, sax, flute, sings and does most of the musical arrangements for the group. Greg has been with Insured Sound since 1998, previously playing with "The Cobras" and "Grand Stand" in the Mid-Ohio Valley area as well as many big band and jazz groups across Ohio and West Virginia. Greg is a former band director and holds a Bachelor's of Music degree from Bowling Green State University. He is currently enjoying retirement.

 SUSAN OWENS is from Parkersburg, WV., and is the lead vocalist. It is hard to find a female vocalist anywhere with the range that Susan has. She is outstanding in rendering the styles of such greats as Whitney Houston, Etta James, and Linda Ronstadt to name a few. Susan is also an outstanding blues singer (her favorite). Her versatility goes hand in hand with the band's vocals and unique sound.  Susan is enjoying retirement with her husband Ted.

 RICK BARNHART is from Mineral Wells, WV., and is the bass player in the group. He provides the solid bottom to the band- bass playin' that will make you want to boogie. He played 5 years with the Contemporary Gospel group "Returned", and previously with "Nostalgia". Rick is retired from Wood County Schools and worked at Jackson Jr. High School. His wife Diane is also a big fan of the group and enjoys coming to watch them play.

 DON STAATS is from Boaz, WV and is the lead guitarist in the group. Don played bass with Insured Sound back in the late 70's and early 90's and is making another tour with the group. His great vocals help bring a nice harmony to the sound of their music. Don has been playing in bands in the Mid Ohio Valley since the early 70's and enjoys teaching as well.  Don has owned several radio stations in the past in the Mid Ohio Valley, and is currently the general manager of Results Radio in Parkersburg, WV. Don is married to his wife Karen, and they have two daughters, Kristina, and Erica.

 MATT PIATT: Music has always been a very important aspect in the life of this Williamstown, WV native. Matt began learning to play the drums at a young age from his late father Dave Piatt. Matt always traveled around with his dad and the band when he was younger and grew up in the industry. Matt played for two years with the Contemporary Christian rock group “RED”, and joined Insured Sound in November of 2006 shortly after his dad Dave passed away. Matt is currently working for CWS as the Director of Dealer Services, and is married to his wife Susan and has a daughter Ellie, and a son Thomas.