Tony Smith Tony Smith, Talented musician and world traveler, is known throughout the Chicago area. He is a regular attraction at night clubs far and wide in Chicago and it's surrounding suburbs. When Tony performs, you are seeing a man dedicated to the art of music. More than dedicated, he loves his work. But Tony is more than a musician, he is also an entertainer. Tony plays a variety of music, you name it and he will play it. Jazz, blues, rock and roll, and raggae numbers are all in his repertoire. He makes you feel like one of the family. Jimmy Pryor is the oldest member of Tony's present group. Jimmy is the vocalist and plays bass guitar. He is very versatile in his style and has gained favor among fans. Jimmys background is a church singer from the age of 7. Later, he was with a group called "Lefty Diz" for one year, then with "Jimmy Mayes and the Mill St. Depot" for three years. Jimmy has been with Tony Smith for 14 years since the Grand Plaza Hotel. He has a remarkable voice. He sings blues, rock and roll, country and sweet love songs. His voice is like silk rubbing against satin - real smooth. Jimmy Pryor Alonzo Smith Alonzo Smith started out playing the bass guitar. But as time passed Alonzo realized that he had more talent and so he taught himself the keyboard, guitar, and drums, and as a result, is multitalented musician. His imitation of James Brown is a show stopper. Miss Diane Ellis, the first female ever to join the Tony Smith Show, plays alto, flute, piano, and sings. Her rendition of "Harlem Nocturne" and "The Way We Were" always receives a standing ovation. Diane graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Music. Diane Ellis Tommy Ashe Tommy Ashe is the latest member of the Tony Smith Show. He is a true self taught guitarist who's heart always returns to the blues.  Orginally from Virginia, Tommy has traveled all over the world and has managed to borrow something musical from each place he's lived, incorporating it into his unique style. Tommy's version of Red House is a scorcher!