Meet The Band
The Southern Fog Band is a classic rock band known for their captivating stage presence and engaging performances. Our group blends classic rock with modern elements, creating a unique sound that appeals to both nostalgic fans and new listeners. Our high-energy performances showcase individual band member's talents at any given time, leaving our audiences craving more. See you at the show!
Steve Pearson
Co-Founder, drums, percussion, sound and lighting
Meet Steve, an architect and proud eastern Virginia native with a deep-rooted passion for music. Since 1976, he has been playing the drums and is co-founder of The Southern Fog Band, bringing classic rock to life through a collaborative community. Residing in Onancock, VA with his wife, Sherri, since 2020, they launched “The Fog Shack” in 2023, a welcoming venue for local musicians. Their influence has now expanded beyond the Fog Shack, as they play throughout the region, uniting music lovers everywhere along the Shore.
Paul Darragh
Co-Founder, singer/songwriter, acoustic and electric guitar, vocals
Meet Paul, a proud Pittsburgh native who made Accomack, VA his home in 2021. That same year, he crossed paths with Steve, and together they created the Southern Fog Band alongside friends. Paul shares “Our friends and community support has been truly awesome, and I look forward to ‘Rockin’ the Eastern Shore’ for years to come!” Join us on this musical journey! Sadly, Paul passed away on August 19, 2026. He will remain here and in our hearts forever. Rest in Peace, Paul, we love you!
Ted Cathey
Electric Guitar and Vocals
Meet Ted, born in Nashville Tennessee. He’s from a military family that moved a lot. He began playing music at 15 learning by ear from peers and playing in high school bands curiosity led to classical guitar lessons in in community college. This was in 1985. From there he went to VCU to study classical guitar graduating in 1991. He also worked as a professional chef which paid the rent. later on in 1999 Ted would earn a graduate degree in music performance graduating in 2002.
He moved to the eastern shore in 2006 with his wife, Jill and daughter Emma, to take a job at the Charlotte hotel during that time he would sit in with bands and play classical guitar at the small venues around the shore, including a stint with the Eastern Shore of VA orchestra. He also taught guitar as a professor at Virginia Wesleyan college in Virginia Beach, 2011, leaving in 2014. Since then He has taught guitar lessons, performed guitar for weddings and played in some local bands. in August 2026 he joined the Southern fog band.
Emily Guemple
Singer/songwriter, acoustic and electric guitar, vocals
Meet Emily Guemple, a talented musician, singer and songwriter hailing from the Eastern Shore of Virginia, who has been captivating audiences in the DelMarVa area with her impressive guitar skills and soulful vocals. Whether performing solo or collaborating with local bands or duos, she shares the stage with a variety of gifted musicians throughout the region. Inspired by her father Karl, who taught her to play guitar at just 12 years old, Emily took her first steps into the spotlight at 16, performing at the Club Car Café in Parksley, VA alongside the talented Danny Wop. She's now a singer for The Southern Fog Band.
Dennis Standbridge
Electric guitar, harmonica, vocals
Dennis, a Northern Neck of Virginia native, was surrounded by the sounds of country gospel music from a young age, thanks to his Uncles. The moment he saw The Beatles debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, he was inspired to persuade his Dad to get him a Sears Silvertone 1478 electric guitar and amp. Remarkably, he still has that guitar to this day.
Scott Edwards
Bass guitar
Meet Scott, a lifelong resident of Accomack County and a dedicated retail manager. He shares his life with his wife of 30 years, Jennifer, and continues to thrive in the community he loves. With a passion for music that started in high school and college, Scott now showcases his talent by playing the bass guitar for The Southern Fog Band. His commitment to both his family and music truly defines who he is.
Will Endebrock
Electric fiddle, mandolin, harmonica, vocals
Will has been sharing his passion for music for over 50 years, playing the fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and harmonica. Originally hailing from New Jersey, he now enjoys a vibrant retirement life Onancock,VA where he continues to embrace his love for music.
Joe Bonsignore "CrowDog"
Singer/songwriter, lead guitar, vocals
Joe is a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist with a lifelong passion for music. His journey began in childhood, singing in choirs and musicals, and evolved into a love for playing guitar as a teenager. Throughout his twenties, he immersed himself in music production and performed in various bands in New York. In 2023, Joe made the move to the Eastern Shore, where he proudly joined the Southern Fog Band, ready to share his musical talents with a new audience.
