PETE QUIGLEY
Slide Guitar • Vocals
“Every guitar has a story. My job is to honor the music, tell that story honestly, and leave every audience wanting one more song.”
BIOGRAPHY
Pete Quigley is a South Florida native whose lifelong passion for music began with the sounds of the 1960s and 1970s. After picking up the guitar at seventeen, he quickly developed a style rooted in blues, classic rock, and expressive improvisation.
In 1979, Pete moved to Southern California, where he immersed himself in the West Coast blues scene. He performed with numerous bands and recorded original music with Drastic Measures and later Fate of Birth, produced by Cesar Diaz. During that time, he refined both his musicianship and his appreciation for vintage instruments. His passion for discovering, buying, selling, playing, and preserving classic guitars from the 1950s and 1960s remains an important part of who he is today through his business, Vintage Alley Guitars.
Recognized as an accomplished guitarist, Pete has shared the stage with many of his musical heroes, including members of the Allman Brothers Band, Delaney Bramlett, The Toler Brothers Band, and Cesar Rosas of Los Lobos. Throughout more than 30 years of performing on Florida’s Treasure Coast, he became a familiar face with respected bands including The Shakers, The Lefty Hathaway Band, and The Ezy Ryders Band.
Pete has also performed with several respected tribute acts, including The Almost Brothers, Mushroom Brotherhood, and The Band Last Waltz Tribute. As a founding member of Brothers After All, Pete delivers the signature guitar harmonies, tasteful improvisation, and authentic musical spirit that have made this music timeless. His guitar work, supporting vocals, and deep appreciation for the material help recreate the energy and emotion that audiences have loved for generations.
WHY I PLAY
Music has always been about telling a story. Every solo, every rhythm part, and every harmony is another opportunity to communicate something words alone never could.
The music of the Allman Brothers has always inspired me because of its honesty, musicianship, and freedom. I love that no two performances are ever exactly alike. Every night becomes a conversation between the band and the audience, where improvisation keeps the music alive while honoring the songs that have stood the test of time.
As both a guitarist and vocalist, I strive to balance emotion with precision. Whether I’m playing a soaring lead, weaving harmonies with the other guitars, or supporting the vocals, my goal is always to serve the song first.
When people leave a show smiling, singing the songs, and talking about the experience they just shared, that’s when I know we’ve done our job.
MY GEAR
GUITARS
1950’s Les Paul Standards
AMPLIFIERS
Marshall 50 Watt Plexi
Masson Dixon Custom 70 Watt
1964 Fender Bassman with Dumble Mod.
1963 50 Watt Bassman Overdrive Model
1968 4 x 12 Marshall Cabinet with 2 d-120 JBL’s and 2 Celestion’
WHY I PLAY THIS GEAR?
Vintage instruments have a personality all their own. Every guitar and amplifier I use has been carefully chosen because it responds with warmth, character, and a tone that connects me to the musicians who first inspired the music we play. These instruments inspire me to play with feeling rather than simply relying on technology.
From vintage Les Pauls to Marshall, Fender, Diaz, and Dumble amplifiers, each piece of equipment contributes to the expressive tones that have defined this music for decades. I want every note to breathe naturally, every harmony to blend seamlessly, and every solo to tell its own story.
Great gear should never become the focus of a performance. Instead, it should enhance the music by giving the player complete confidence to express every emotion and musical idea without limitation or overthinking.
For me, the perfect sound isn’t about recreating the past. It’s about capturing the spirit, feel, tone, emotional energy, and authenticity that have made this music timeless.
“The best vintage instrument isn’t always the oldest one. Not every old instrument is great, and not every new one is lacking. But era-correct instruments are the ones that inspire me to play my best and stay true to the music we serve.”