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| From left to right: Bailee Stanley, Kella Stanley, Dale Stanley, Mike Tucker, Klint Killion |
First and foremost we are
humbly grateful for the talents, blessings, and guidance that the Lord graciously bestows to this band. Without Him
we are NOTHING! God has opened doors we did not know were there; he has placed many influences in our lives that have
contributed to our endeavors. We pray that He is glorified in our work and our lives. Our mission is that people
gain blessings from our music.
Thanks to those of you who are willing
to be a part of our ministry and for your support and prayers. We love and appreciate everyone of you!
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Biography
Bowles Creek Bluegrass is an East Texas band that plays traditional
and old time gospel bluegrass. Our roots run as deep as the tributary, based out of New London, Texas, from which we
take our name. Since the formation of the band, Bowles
Creek has had several members. The remaining original band members include Dale Stanley, mandolin; Kella Stanley, bass; and
Bailee Stanley, rhythm guitar (all from Overton, Texas). Dale sings most of the lead vocals, with Kella and Bailee adding
harmony vocals and occasional leads. Mike Tucker (from Longview, Texas) has been with the band for several years as guitar
player and is now playing his favorite instrument, the banjo. Klint Killion (from Rusk, Texas) is our latest member. This young
man plays a fervent fiddle and some awesome guitar leads. The Lord keeps sending great Christian musicians, and it is because
of His grace that we keep performing. All members have a love for old time traditional bluegrass music filled with irresistible harmony.
Many of the songs on our projects “Tell’em About Jesus”
and “Cry From the Cross” are written by legends such as Ralph Stanley and Larry Sparks.
Our newest project “I’ll Meet You In Heaven Someday” is rich with the gospel truth
and portrays our love for God. Though steeped in tradition, youthfulness also plays a part in the exceptional vocal talents
of our youngest band member, Miss Bailee Stanley, of Overton, Texas. She can sure pump up audiences with her bright
smile, strong voice, and perky disposition. In 2005 she released her “Bailee Stanley—By Request”
CD. This project has inspired many young children, as well as adults, to listen to this wholesome music.
In October 2006, Bailee was honored to sing a duet with Larry Cordle at the Turkey Track Fall Bluegrass Festival in Waldron,
Arkansas. In October 2007, she sang with Larry Cordle in Nashville, Tennessee at the Station Inn. In June 2008, Bailee was
asked by Randy Kohrs to join him and his band The Lights to sing at the Overton Bluegrass Festival. Bailee is something
you must see! The Lord has graciously blessed this band with many talents and best of all; the members are enthusiastic about letting
others know how the Lord is in charge of their ministry. Their stage presence is exuberant and each performance is uplifting.
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Bowles Creek 2003
From Left to Right
Ray Chanler-banjo
Kella Stanley-harmony, vocals, bass Bailee Stanley-vocals
Dale Stanley-Lead vocals, harmony, mandolin
James Mettlen- vocals, guitar
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Bowles Creek 2004
From Left to Right
Ray Chanler-banjo
Dale Stanley-Lead vocals, harmony, mandolin
Bailee Stanley-vocals
Kella Stanley-harmony, vocals, bass
James Mettlen- vocals, guitar
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Bowles Creek 2005
From Left to Right
Mike Tucker-guitar, harmony
Bailee Stanley-guitar, vocals, harmony
Dale Stanley-Lead vocals, harmony, mandolin
Kella Stanley-bass, harmony, vocals
Ray Chanler-banjo
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Bowles Creek 2006
From Left to Right
Ray Chanler-banjo
Kella Stanley-bass, harmony, vocals
Dale Stanley-mandolin, lead vocals, harmony
Bailee Stanley-vocals
Mike Tucker-guitar, harmony
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Bowles Creek 2007
From Left to Right
Ray Chanler-banjo
Mike Tucker-guitar, harmony
Bailee Stanley-guitar, vocals, harmony
Kella Stanley-bass, harmony, vocals
Dale Stanley-mandolin, lead vocals, harmony
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Bowles Creek 2008
From Left to Right
Dale Stanley-mandolin, lead vocals, harmony
Kella Stanley-bass, harmony, vocals
Bailee Stanley-guitar, vocals, harmony
Mike Tucker-guitar, harmony
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Profiles
Bailee Stanley Miss Bailee is the daughter of Dale and Kella Stanley. She is the youngest member
of the band and is said to be the "STAR" of the show. You would have to see it to believe it.
Bailee is an Honor student at a local public school and a participant in UIL Academic competition. She
was inducted into The National Junior Beta Club for her outstanding character and achievement in the West Rusk Junior
High School. She has performed many singing solos in school programs and was voted Most Spirited at a Freshman
JV Cheerleader. Bailee enjoys a good game of softball and can pitch faster than some boys her
age. As a Freshman, she was the Varsity Softball Team's lead pitcher and was voted Second Team All District Player. The
West Rusk FFA Chapter keeps her busy as Secretary. God
has blessed Bailee with multiple talents!
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| Bailee has been singing on stage since she was 4 yrs. old. |
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| Bailee and Kella at cheerleading camp. |
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Bailee got the crowd stirred up at the Overton Bluegrass Festival. |
 Kella Stanley
Kella plays a large roll in this band. Maintaining a consistant tempo and playing the bass is only
a portion on how she keeps this band together. She is the booking agent, secretary, treasure, clothes designer, navigator,
web page designer, and the list goes on. Kella remains busy not only with keeping Bowles Creek inline. For eleven
years she was a 3rd grade school teacher West Rusk Elementary School in New London, Texas. For the past four
years she has been the Assistant Principal at Winona Elementary. On March 25, 2010, she was awarded the Region VII Texas
Elementary Principal and Supervisor Association (TEPSA) Assistant Principal of the Year Award. She also is the Webmaster
for the Overton Bluegrass Festival and Argyle Bluegrass Festival websites. It
is amazing how much energy the Lord bestows to this lady. This band is fortunate to have such a persistent and organized
person in our surroundings.
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| TEPSA Assistant Principal of the Year (2010) |
Kella also sings lead on a few songs during our program.
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| Doing the dishes in the Prowler after feeding the band at the Free State Festival in Canton, TX 2004 |
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| Kella playing that doghouse bass. |
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| Dale, Kella, and Bailee at Select Softball game. |
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| Kella's grandfather, Herbert Meshell on guitar and great uncle on fiddle. |
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Dale Stanley
This tall mandolin player is a fine friend to all. He sings most of the lead vocals and is the ring leader of the band.
The Lord has blessed Dale with a loving disposition and continuous smile. Bluegrass is a genre of music that has been
in Dale's family for many years. Choosing to sing gospel bluegrass seems natural.
When Dale is not at Weatherford International where he has been employed for over 22 years and presently the Health
Safety Environmental (HSE) Supervisor for the East Texas Area. He is also the West Rusk I.S.D. FFA Booster Club President.
Dale enjoys hunting squirrels, hogs, and other wildlife with dog he has trained. Watching a great game
of Texas Longhorn football is another form of relaxation he enjoys.
Dale also serves on the Overton Bluegrass Festival Committee and works hard to help promote bluegrass music in his hometown.
Dale enjoys watching Bailee play sports and he is a great coach from the stands. He is an awesome Dad. He carries cheerleading
stuff, a bucket full of softballs, and changes guitar strings.
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| Dale playing on stage at the Overton Bluegrass Festival. |
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Dale's Uncle Henry Stanley, pictured with parents, plays the mandolin and fiddle still today. Henry introduced
Ray Chanler, Bowles Creek's banjo player, to Dale and Kella. Henry inspires the Stanley's to continue playing bluegrass
music.
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| Dale with nephews Rance and Reece who also play bluegrass instruments. |
Dale's grandfather, Earl Stanley played the guitar and fiddle. Grandmother, Lavern Watson Stanley played the guitar.
Many bluegrass songs were played and sung while they were living.
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| Squirrel Hunt with 8th month old cur pup. |
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| Dale relaxing at the Canton Free State Festival before an afternoon performance. |
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 Klint Killion
This young
man can really play an awesome fiddle and guitar lead. Klint is the newest member of Bowles Creek and
helps add youthfulness to the bunch. He has been around bluegrass and country music his whole life. Klint's grandfather
introduced him to the fiddle at a young age.
Klint is
a very respectful young man and is fun to be around. No task is too difficult. When Klint isn't playing
shows with the band he enjoys being with friends.
Mike Tucker
Mike is an awesome musician. Bowles Creek has been blessed to
have this fine Christian fellow play banjo and guitar with them. He is not new to bluegrass and when
it comes to performing on stage, he feels at home. Mike plays banjo for an excellent band called East Mountain
Gospel Bluegrass. From time to time you might see him playing banjo on stage with the Marksmen.
This talented man can play all sorts of instruments and he uses his talents
for the Lord. His wife Julie (pictured below) is also a great friend and
plays electric bass for East Mountain Gospel Bluegrass. Mike and Julie are two of Bailee's favorite people.
They are great friends!
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| Mike, Julie, and Bailee |
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| Bailee and Mike singing country music at the Gladewater Opry. Dec. 2006 |
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| Julie Tucker |
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| Mike and The Marksmen |
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| East Mountain Gospel Bluegrass |
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| Mike is the engineer of the bunch! |
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