The Bankesters
The New CD "The Bankesters" is now available online at www.bankesters.com/recordings.cfm and features Jamie Johnson of The Grascals “I’ve known the Bankester Family for 3 years now and it’s such a blessing to watch the girls grow – but even more of a treat to watch the music develop and come together like a fine piece of art. “Somewhere in Between” showcases the great lead vocals from all of the family and staggering harmonies... Read More
The Bankesters
The Bankesters • “The Bankester Family is a true family band that’s leaving audiences and promoters across the country wanting more of their tight traditional, contemporary and gospel bluegrass featuring exceptional vocals and great instrumental chops. "Their music will touch you . . ." ~ Jamie Dailey, Dailey & Vincent The Bankester Family really is one of those bands that was actually discovered in the parking lot at a small bluegrass festival.... Read More
Kyle Triplett
Kyle Triplett • Kyle Triplett has been with The Bankesters for over 3 years. While primarily holding down the banjo position, he also steps in on guitar, mandolin, and dobro. “The Bankester Family is a true family band that’s leaving audiences and promoters across the country wanting more of their tight traditional, contemporary and gospel bluegrass featuring exceptional vocals and great instrumental chops. "Their music will touch you . . ." ~... Read More
Phil Bankester
Phil Bankester • Phil Bankester is Dorene’s husband and the four girls’ father. He plays guitar, sings lead and harmony vocals, and drives a lot. He also handles the booking duties. ". . . Here is a group that has been together for a few years now and is at least one notch above most family bands. Popular artists in the region, it is surprising that they haven’t been given more publicity. The girl’s dynamic harmonies have certainly evolved... Read More
Lindsey Bankester
Lindsey Bankester • Lindsey, 21, plays mandolin, and sings lead and harmony. Their first music video, featuring the Becky Buller song "Carolina Rain" and produced by Nashville’s Genuine Human Productions, has generated considerable attention. Featuring a mix of gospel, contemporary and traditional material, the band has a loyal following in the Midwest and is adding new fans everywhere they go, including fellow musicians and radio personalities alike. “The... Read More
Emily Bankester
Emily Bankester • Emily Bankester plays the fiddle (as well as a little bit of clawhammer banjo), and she also sings lead and harmony vocals with the band. She teaches fiddle at home, and helps with the cooking and cleaning as well. "Everybody’s heard the term "Family Harmonies" and there’s no doubt everybody’s heard good family harmony over the years, but once you listen to The Bankester Family I think you’ll agree that the... Read More
Alysha Bankester
Alysha Bankester • Alysha Bankester has been playing fiddle and singing in the band for several years and has recently taken over the mandolin duties from her older sister Lindsey. She and Emily still twin fiddle on a few tunes. “I’ve known the Bankester Family for 3 years now and it’s such a blessing to watch the girls grow – but even more of a treat to watch the music develop and come together like a fine piece of art. “Somewhere in Between” showcases... Read More
Melissa Triplett
Melissa Triplett • Melissa Triplett plays bass as well as sings lead and harmony vocals. She teaches piano and bass, and is involved with local music organizations. She and Kyle have been married since June of 2008 . “I’ve known the Bankester Family for 3 years now and it’s such a blessing to watch the girls grow – but even more of a treat to watch the music develop and come together like a fine piece of art. “Somewhere in Between” showcases the great lead... Read More
Dorene Bankester
Dorene Bankester • Dorene Bankester plays guitar and sings lead and harmony vocals. She is one of the most patient and dedicated wives and mothers around. She also loves used book stores! "We as Dailey and Vincent have had the chance to work with this fine band a couple of times now. Not only are they good people, they are real. Their music will touch you and we are happy to fly the banner for The Bankester Family." ~ Jamie Dailey, Dailey & Vincent The... Read More
