Bio
One for the Money is a band from Northwest Arkansas. We play a wide variety of music styles from Classic Rock, Pop, and Country to Funky music that rounds out our non-stop dance shows.
OFTM formed in the fall of 2016, quickly developing a following of music-loving fans! Playing our first gig in October 2016 to more than 160 shows through the pandemic lockdown of 2020/21. We have built a very strong band with two lead vocalists, Mark Bewley and Randi Guess, who are fun and dynamic. As told by a local music critic, "You normally have to leave NWA to see this kind of vocal talent and mix of music styles."
OFTM is constantly working on new material and ways to enhance their live shows. If you need a live band for a corporate event, wedding reception, or an entertainment venue, contact ONE FOR THE MONEY. Oftmpartyband.com
Here's What Others Are Saying About One For The Money:
OFTM is a favorite of local businesses!
"I own a restaurant and bar called Jose’s that has done live music on our patio for years. The guys from this band are very professional, very good, draw a nice crowd, are on time and most importantly," says restaurant owner, Doug Allen, "are very respectful to my staff."
OFTM is trending with Facebook users!
- "Saw the band for the first time last night. They are very good. Everyone enjoyed them." - Jacki C.
- "Sorry i didn’t see you! I stay pretty close to the dance floor " - Lynne F.
- "Awesome band!" - Mary E.
- "I'm here! Having so much fun!!" - Veronica A.
Band Members
Mark Bewley (Lead and Background Vocals, Rhythm guitar, and Harmonica)
Mark Bewley is a graduate of West Texas A&M with a degree in Music Business. Working in a local production studio after graduation , Mark had the wonderful opportunity of being on both sides of the microphone as an artist and as a producer of many types of different musical experiences. He is also a published songwriter.
Music was a natural path for Mark to take. His mother was a music teacher for many years and also a graded choir director at church.
"Even before I was born, music was a part of our family. I believe I was four years old when I sang my first solo in church and I haven't stopped since. Music is like therapy for me. It comforts, it lifts your spirits, and makes you feel things like nothing else can. I like all kinds of music and have many different influences. As a child, I would go listen to my Dad's cousin's country band on Saturday nights. I heard amazing gospel music sung in church. But the music I really liked was the classic rock songs I was exposed to at an early age. Those were the voices that really inspired me. I am now having the time of my life having the opportunity to play music with such amazing people.
"There's nothing better than watching the audience dancing and having the time of their lives."
Randi Guess (Lead and Background Vocals)
Randi, roots-wise, comes from Louisiana, but she’s a blend of Shirley, Massachusetts; Oahu, Hawaii; Jackson, Mississippi; Cheyenne, Wyoming; Colorado Springs, CO; and Gelnhausen, Germany thanks to her ARMY upbringing, which she wouldn’t trade for a gold monkey. It’s taught her to make new friends wherever she lands, and to be comfortable in any situation. Due to that upbringing and social ease, she eventually plunged into a successful radio career, becoming a known figure in Northeast Louisiana, Southern Arkansas and Western Mississippi. Randi now hails from NWA, and does not intend to EVER leave, having found the place that feels like “Colorado and Louisiana had a baby”. Randi is LOVING the experience of being female lead for One For The Money. She’s never done anything like it before and looks forward to seeing you soon, and singin’ in your face. No worries, she is quite dentally astute and is always minty fresh.
Randi continues to be on your, and everyone ELSE’S radio, making darn fine commercials when not singing for One For The Money. Bring on the parties!
Frank Flurry (Lead Guitar and Background Vocals)
Raised around the musical mecca of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Frank has been playing guitar for over thirty years.
He was inspired by music from an early age and listening to his grandfather play guitar and piano as a child sparked a desire to play. But it was hearing his oldest brother's KISS Alive! album that truly set him on the path to where he is today. When Frank started playing as a teenager, he would sit for hours playing along with that album plus many other rock and roll classics, shaping his melodic style and approach to playing.
Today, Frank takes his inspiration from a wide variety of styles and genres, but he now finds his greatest inspiration in playing live for an audience:
"I just love to play for people and to see audiences enjoy what we're doing. It doesn't really matter to me if it's rock, country, soul, funk, pop, or what, as long as we're delivering a great musical experience and entertaining the audience, that's what moves me."
Mike McIntosh (Drums)
Annoying people at a young age by tapping out rhythms on desks and tables, it was only natural that Mike joined the school band as a drummer in the 6th grade. Unfortunately the music director didn’t know much about percussion so he was mostly self-taught growing up. He quickly ranked up as squad leader and was responsible for teaching other drummers their parts and writing cadences. After school, Mike played drums in 4 different bands, including a couple of years playing the field snare for the Ozark Highlanders Pipe and Drum Corps. Yes, he even wore a traditional kilt while performing in parades, concerts, and competitions. (Fun Fact: Mike’s grandmother, Signa Allen, was also a snare drummer in a drum and bugle corp!)
After a 20 year hiatus due to work, Mike is excited to be playing the drums again with the One For The Money Party Band! With an eclectic mix of rotating songs, experienced musicians and two of NWA's best vocalists, he can’t wait to see what the future has in store!
Brady (Electric Bass)
Bio coming soon!
Chelsey (Keys)
Bio coming soon!
OFTM Band Members
Song List
One Way Or Another
Harden My Heart
Can't Get Enough
Stop Draggin' My Heart Around
Exes and Ohs
My Maria
Sharp Dressed Man
Tennessee Whiskey
Before He Cheats
She Loves You
Dreams
Shambala
Two Tickets
Love Shack
Power Of Love
Paris (Ooh, La La)
Jumpin' Jack Flash
Must Be Doing Something Right
Mama, He Treats Your Daughter Mean
Jet Airliner
Passionate Kisses
Proud Mary
China Grove
Landslide
One Of These Nights
Give Me One Reason
Just What I Needed
Hit Me With Your Best Shot
All Right Now
Only The Lonely
Boondocks
Locked Out Of Heaven
Hurts So Good
Mama's Broken Heart
I Want You To Want Me
Hold On Loosely
Suds In A Bucket
Grapevine
I Got To Use My Imagination
Midnight Rendezvous
Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Blue Ain't Your Color
Wild Night
Honey Hush
Breakdown
Hurt's So Bad
Old
What’s Up?
Play That Funky Music
Brick House
I
Little By Little
Hound Dog
Sangria
Bartender
Double Vision
We're An American Band
Sold
Stormy Monday
How Country Feels
I Hate Myself For Lovin' You
Raise
Shaky Ground
Kiss Me Deadly
Black Velvet
Night Train
Wonderful Tonight
Get Down on It
Superstition
Talk Dirty to Me
Have I Told You Lately That I Love You
Tainted Love
Chain of Fools
Jumpin' Jack Flash
Band on the Run
Maybe I'm Amazed
Le Freak
My Sharona
Kryptonite
I'm Your Boogie Man
I Put A Spell on You
1999
Angel From Montgomery
Super Freak
Walk Like An Egyptian
Girl Crush
Tush
Long Cool Woman
Let's Stay Together
September
Stuck in the Middle with You
Boogie Oogie Oogie
Some Kind of Wonderful
Sweet Caroline
That's What I Like About You
Gimme Three Steps
Taking Care of Business
Let Me Down Easy
When It Rains, It Pours
Listen to the Music
Back On the Chain Gang
How Far Is Heaven
It's Only Love
I'll Be Around
When A Man Loves a Woman
Walking After Midnight
Bring It Home to Me
Take It Easy
Blue Bayou
Too Damn Young
I Wanna Dance With Somebody
Dancing in the Moonlight
Respect
Give Me Some Lovin'
What I Like About You