About Us

Keyboards, flute, percussion, vocals, songwriter

Abby discovered music as a child, singing with her very talented family.  At age 11 her parents gave her an autoharp and she began singing in church in her hometown of Hueytown, Alabama.  She took piano lessons, learned how to read music, and realized she could also play just about anything by ear.  She continued to play hymns and sing at friends' weddings throughout high school and early college.  In 1984 she met Doug, her husband, whose love of music matched her own.  It was then that she realized how fulfilling writing and playing music could be.  Whether performing with Doug as a duo at weddings and social gatherings, or on stage with the band DNA, her natural stage presence and strong vocals show through.

Her love of writing and playing has remained steadfast for over thirty years as she continues to make music with Doug and DNA.  There, she combines her singing and writing talents with the other members, playing the keyboard and flute.  Abby is a bookkeeper/accountant with a worldwide company headquartered in Birmingham.

Vocals, bass, rhythm, and acoustic guitars, flute, saxophone, songwriter

Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, music has always been a great influence in Doug's life.  He grew up as a huge Beatles fan, and this has been reflected in his work.  

He began at age 14 with a set of drums, which led him to the guitar and his first experiences playing in bands in high school.  From here he became a driving power behind the talented local Country Music trio named Bear Creek, where, along with singing and playing guitar, he picked up the flute and saxophone.  His love and talent for writing songs fas followed him throughout his musical journey.

Through the years, Doug's music has become more mature and fine-tuned.  Currently with DNA, a four-piece band in which he sings, plays both bass and acoustic guitars, and occasionally flute and saxophone, Doug always keeps an ear toward the overall sound.  Combined with the other members' talents, a fresh yet experienced sound is created.  Over the years of raising a family, and with a career in the construction industry, Doug has never strayed far from his love of music.  He continues to enjoy creating music in a variety of styles.

Drums

John lives in the Birmingham area with his beautiful wife and daughter.  His daughter is the apple of his eye.  She is a very talented singer with a bright future ahead of her.

An avid motorcyclist, John enjoys an occasional "road trip."  He loves to take his daughter with him whenever possible to show her "new and different" places in our exciting country.  

As the drummer of DNA, his talents help pull the group together.  John, Doug, Abby, and Jeff work together in the creation and development of their original tunes.  

John is a true and devoted friend to many and is loved and appreciated by all who know him.  He loves life and all the goodness it offers.

Acoustic and electric guitars, vocals, songwriter

Jeff was born in Houston, Texas, and has lived in California, Oklahoma, Indiana, Missouri, and Alabama.  He has called Birmingham "home" for the last 20+ years and finds it much to his liking.  He was an automotive technician for several years before returning to college and becoming an educational program developer with a national automotive training provider.  He currently teaches at a college in the Birmingham area.  

Jeff has always had an artistic bent and a love of music, and at 18 he discovered the guitar.  Rock & Roll has been his driving force, but he loves all types of music, including classical.  He has been playing guitar, singing, and writing songs for over 25 years.  Jeff's first professional experience was as an acoustic solo act, playing songs by the Eagles, Credence Clearwater Revival, and others, along with his original tunes.  Shortly after he arrived in Birmingham, he met the other members of DNA and they formed the band, with Jeff on lead guitar and all members on vocals.  Here, Jeff developed his flair for guitar.  DNA played a variety of music, mostly in the vein of Crosby, Stills & Nash, the Doobie Brothers, and other classic rock staples, as well as original songs written by any or all of the band.  They played many club dates and benefits, and their signature tune, Daydreams, received some local airplay.  The band went their separate ways early in the 90s, remaining good friends and keeping in touch.  

In 1992, he and a friend started a Rock & Roll/Blues band called the Mojos, with Jeff on lead vocals and second guitar.  The Mojos were very successful on the local and regional scene throughout the 90s, with many regular club gigs and events.  When the Mojos came to an end in 2001, Jeff and the rest of DNA renewed their association, working up more cover tunes and new originals.