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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