Don't Tell Mama

Band History

Established in 2005, Don't Tell Mama is a local Dallas-Fort Worth variety dance band. The collective energy of this 10-piece group has taken their audience to an even higher level in entertainment. Whether playing for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, or festivals, Don't Tell Mama creates a memorable experience

They play the hits of the '60s, '70s, '80s, '90s, and 2000s, with a complete repertoire of music from the days of classic rock 'n' roll, funk, disco, R&B, Motown, and jazz. The band is comprised of some of Dallas’ most accomplished musicians that are in demand for many different venues and audiences from around the area.

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Members

• Glenn Lightford trumpet, vocals
• Maria Lightford flute, percussion, vocals
• Jack Rowland trumpet, vocals
• Patrick Gary lead vocals, trombone, vocals
• Borden Byrd guitar, lead vocals
• Ken Graves bass, lead vocals, vocals
• Blake McElroy drums
• Cassie Shea Watson lead vocals
• Alan Baugh keyboards, lead vocals, vocals
• Darrel Rash saxophone

Former Members

• Pete Garza lead vocals, vocals
• Teresa Hickman lead vocals, vocals
• Stan Allison bass
• Keith Brown drums
• Will Webber keyboards, lead vocals, vocals
• Courtney Winslett saxophone
• Jared Calkins bass
• Clint Hooks drums
• Mike Mora saxophone
• Russ Hodges saxophone
• Jim McKinney guitar, lead vocals, vocals

Sound Description

Funk, soul, rock, disco, jazz. Like the great horn bands from the past four decades.