Our Story...
The Band Monarch is an eclectic folk-rock band inspired by the sights and sounds of a bygone era. Based in Virginia Beach, the band got their start in 2022 as an acoustic duo playing throughout the Hampton Roads area of coastal Virginia but quickly became something greater. As time wore on, the duo soon turned to a full band complete with powerful guitar by Logan Barnes, soul-shaking bass by Jordan Cady, and booming drums by Kane Adams that became a staple in the 757 music scene. With Clover Stokes as the lead singer and songwriter, each song packs a punch in one way or another. If you're looking for a band that can go from soft, heartfelt ballads to soulful hard rock all within one night, you came to the right place.
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Photos taken by: @jalecia.photos at The Annex, Norfolk, VA.
Notable Achievements
The Band Monarch has been recognized in the Hampton Roads area as a force to be reckoned with. The band was nominated for "Best Cover Band" by Veer Magazine twice in a row. First just a few short months after becoming a full band, even closing out the award show with an electric performance on the Elevation 27 stage in 2025, and again in 2026.
Lead singer, Clover Stokes, was invited to perform on The Norva stage as part of Project Hera's Lilith Fest: tribute to Lilith Faire. As a collective, they've had the opportunity to headline an event at The Annex in Norfolk, VA. Most recently, the band had the opportunity to play the Super Girl Surf Festival main stage in Virginia Beach.
They have also been featured in numerous TV and online interviews including WTKR, WHRO, Hunter at Sunrise Radio, and more. The band has also performed their original music live via TV, radio, and podcast.
Click below to see some interviews/TV performances!
WAVY TV 10 Interview