STEPHANIE KNEPP -- LEAD VOCALS -- Stephanie
Knepp is our lead vocalist. She has most recently been with the
Coverdolls. She has been performing professionally since the age
of 18. She has performed all over Ohio and spent several years in
England singing in bands.
DIANE
JONES -- VOCALS AND KEYBOARDS -- She has always had a passion
for music and has sung in one form or another almost from the moment she was born. She sang in church as a teenager, in school choirs and is currently a member of both
her church choir and praise band. She has played piano since the 60's and the Beatles were also a major influence in her life. While she has not been in a rock band
before, this is her dream come true. She helped from the beginning with Marquis66... by singing to assist Steve and Michael as they started playing together again.
MICHAEL
KINNETT -- RHYTHM AND LEAD GUITARS -- He is one of the founding members
of the Marquis. The band was re-formed directly as a result of his passion to make it a reality. He has played 6 and 12 string guitars, as well as bass since the 60's. Before he returned to Columbus
from Florida in 2002, he played in a 60's/70's band called "Blue Eyed Sound." He says the purpose for re-forming the group is to "re-live the memories of our early years" and he believes that
the 60's "hold special memories for everyone listening to our music."
STEVE JONES -- BASS
GUITAR -- The other founding member of the Marquis, he was originally
trained on keyboards and also learned drums and guitar. In the original
Marquis, he played both drums and bass guitar. He remained interested in music, though time for it was limited as he
pursued a business career. When Michael Kinnett returned to Columbus, his desire in playing professionally was rekindled. In Marquis66... he focuses on bass guitar.
DOUG
TOFTNER -- LEAD GUITAR/VOCALS -- Doug Toftner handles lead guitar
and male vocals. He has over 20 years experience as a professional
performer. His vocals are in the style of the original artist.
MICHAEL
HEIMLICH -- DRUMS -- Michael plays the drums and also does backing
vocals. Michael has played professionally for over 20 years. He is
a big Beatles fan and has a great sense of humor.
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