Band Biography
Stacey Hainey Bass & vocals
I began my musical career at a very young age playing saxophone and guitar, In 1990, I switched to Bass. During the mid 1990’s I attended Full Sail University, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Recording and Engineering. I also received a degree in Criminal Psychology at Drury University in Springfield, Missouri. From there , I spent several years working in law enforcement(civilian and military)
In1998, I opened what became a successful recording studio in West Plains , Missouri and operated it until 2008. Taking a break from music and finished my military career; retiring from the 1138thMilitary Police Company in Springfield, Missouri. Now living in Springfield , Mo with my family, I became the founding member & organizer of The Stone Chapel Band. Music has always been my passion, which is what has brought me back to this life.
The Music scene in Springfield is vibrant and flourishing. As a band & individual we are making new friends in the music community, and it has been a great pleasure and honor.
Randy Smith Vocals, Lead & Rhythm guitar
Randy is from south_ central Mo in the Ozark region. His exposure to music was at the age of 6. From that exposure he took up piano & guitar lessons. At the age of 10he decided to pick up the trumpet. Later on he also learned to play the mandolin, banjo, and the saxophone , but the guitar was his primary instrument.
His professional career began at 20 years of age, Setting in and playing with bands in Kansas City, Mo and the Hannibal areas in the early 1970 & 1980’s. he was founding member of The Double Barrel Band and The Ozark Outlaws; most recently founding member of The Stone Chapel Band. He brings a Southern Rock, Country, & blues sound to the band which compliments the overall style and sound of the band.
Jim Preble, Lead Vocals and Guitars
A brief history of abilities would include singing lead vocal, tenor, and baritone harmony parts from early childhood. My father is a pastor and mother plays the piano and leads worship, teaching her three children these skills as well. I have studied the art of playing both acoustic and electric guitar in depth since 1982. By taking professional lessons and intricate personal study at home I have learned several styles and methods of playing - with particular attention to jazz, rhythm and blues, rock, folk, country and gospel. A short list of primary musical influences include: Phil Keaggy, Rich Mullins, Marty Stuart, Billy Crockett, John Mellencamp, Mark Knopfler, Michael Card and Stevie Ray Vaughn. Songwriting influences are similar, but also include John Hiatt, Kent Henry, Paul Baloche, Bob Bennett, Indigo Girls, The Civil Wars, Steve Earle, Bob Fitts, Randy Stonehill, Mark Heard, Pierce Pettis and Charlie Peacock
