Songstress Robin Barnes has proven herself to be one of the most promising performers to emerge from the New Orleans music scene in recent years. Not wanting to be seen simply as a jazz, blues or soul singer, on her debut EP Me, Barnes draws from a wealth of influences — from singing in church on Sundays to training in opera to mastering the nuances of contemporary R&B — to distinguish her sound. In this week’s episode of OffBeat’s Look-Ka Py Py Podcast, this spirited songbird talks about her approach to recording and performing and shares a family secret for finding success in the music business bestowed upon her by none other than relative Dave Bartholomew. Enjoy…