The Band
The original band, Marquis, was formed in 1964, when four high school boys (Michael Kinnett, Greg Jones, Steve Jones, & Rod Share) joined together to make music, perhaps to become famous, and of course, to attract girls. They had some success, as they played many local gigs, and even cut a single "The Little Black Egg" in 1966 for an album with songs by other Columbus-area bands. The band ended its first run in 1967 when the boys were called to other duties in life - college, work, marriage, etc.
Marquis66... was founded in August 2002 when two members of the original Marquis that performed
in Central Ohio during the 1960s decided to re-form the band. New members were added that
shared the same vision of playing the music of the 50's, 60's, 70’s and 80's that they grew up with.
The band can provide entertainment for small venues as well as large venues such as an outdoor
festival. A complete sound system and light show provide a concert level experience. The song list is
varied and can be tailored for your event. If you have a specific song request just let us know.
The Members
Steve Jones (bass) is the remaining founding member still with the band. He enjoys working with Bobby to provide a solid back line sound for the group. While he focuses on the bass today, he has played drums, guitar and the accordion in the past giving him an appreciation for the role of each of the instruments in our lineup.
Diane Jones applies both her keyboard skills and her talent for vocal harmony to the band's sound. She has been performing professionally for over 20 years. Diane has also been active in worship music for over 25 years singing with her choir and praise band while occasionally playing keyboards at church. She keeps the band busy as our primary booking agent as well.
Doug has been engaged in the World of Rock and Roll Music from his young teenage years and played with a variety of bands over the years in the Cincinnati area early on, to the last several years in the Columbus, Ohio area. Bands like Livingston Road, and The Gallery played venues all over the Cincy Tri-State area for many years, bringing classic rock, and Top-40 focused repertoires to audiences big and small, and his last 2 decades in the Columbus area with Marquis66, playing an almost unlimited number and types of events over that time. He specializes in strong lead and harmony vocals, with the ability to sing many genres well, and along with solid skills on the Guitar, is able to bring your favorite songs alive! In his professional career, outside of music, Doug has worked in the technology and IT Sales arena for many years, and has 2 grown children, and 1 grandchild (so far!) Aside from music, Doug enjoys a variety of outdoor pursuits as well.
John Bricker has been a fixture in the central Ohio music scene since the early 90’s, filling the lead guitar and/or lead vocal roles for a multitude of cover and original acts including Krawl, Eighdaze, Retoric and Marquis66. His influences range from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to Led Zeppelin and AC/DC. When not on stage he enjoys spending time on “the other side of the glass” as an audio engineer and an accomplished voice actor.
Bobby Hartman, drummer and vocalist, was added to the band Marquis 66 first as a fill-in drummer and then more permanently and has been performing with the group now for four years. He is also a performing artist for the band Vasid and serves his church in a music ministry. Bobby has been performing semi-professional for over 40 years.
Emeritus Members
Michael Kinnett was instrumental in bringing Marquis66 to life when he returned to Columbus. As the other surviving member of tye original Marquis, he along with Steve reformed the band in 2002. After many years with Marquis66, he decided to retire in Florida. He and Steve still get together occasionally to jam and relive some great memories.
Stephanie Knepp was our lead vocalist and the heart and soul of the band for 18 years. She previously was with the Coverdolls in Central Ohio. She has been performing professionally since the age of 18 including time with bands in England and Northeast Ohio.
Jimmy Hahn was a former drummer of the band and played professionally for over 30 years. He has a great sense of humor and along with Steve completed our rhythm section for 10 years! Jimmy is the CEO of Lone Wolf Sound. You can catch him at gigs all over the Columbus area including some of ours. he is one of the elite sound men in our area.
Our Groupie
Gloria is our Groupie who does not know she is a chicken. She loves our sound and hangs with us whenever she can