A.Q.M. & F. Band

Lady E.L.L.E. (Lois Atkinson) is a lead and background vocalist. She has over 2 decades of experience as a live performer. Along with being the founder of AQM & F Band, she is also a very passionate songwriter. Her major musical influences are Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, etc.

Michael A. Thompson has been performing since the tender age of 12. Mike plays Alto Sax and Keyboards. He is also a lead singer and songwriter. He has many years of experience as a Band Manager as well. He has performed with the likes of Vaughn Mason and some of his musical influences are groups like Cameo, Barkays, etc.

Billy Martin has decades of experience playing lead and bass guitar. He specializes in many genres of music such as Gospel, Jazz, Blues, R&B, etc. Mr. Martin has played with several bands in the Triad area. His musical influences include Cameo, Norman Brown, George Benson, etc.

Vernon Thomas started playing percussion in high school. He originated out of Washington, D.C, where he began specializing in Go Go music. He has also performed for several Gospel organizations. Upon moving to N.C., Vernon transitioned into playing Soft Rock as well as Country music. His major influences are the likes of Chuck Brown, E.U., Suttle Thoughts, etc.

Clarence Gant has specialized in playing Bass Guitar for several decades. Mr. Gant also sings lead and background. His favorite type music is Funk. He has performed with Vaughn Mason and Tic Toc from Columbia Records. His major musical influences are Mr. Larry Graham, Parliament Funcadelic, and Sly and the Family Stone.

Darryl Little has several decades of experience as a Bass Guitarist, lead guitarist, keyboardist, vocalist, etc. He is also a songwriter. Darryl specializes in five and six string bass guitar. He has an extensive background in Gospel, Jazz, and R&B music. His musical influences include, Musiq, Daniel Caesar, etc.