Stanley Thompson has worked steadily as a touring and studio guitarist since 2005. A product of Washington, DC's go-go scene, Stanley has been an active musician since high school. He first played with Black Alley while attending Howard University and has been a permanent member again since 2018. He has toured extensively and played alongside national artists including Patti LaBelle, Wale, Lizzo, Ginuwine, and J. Cole, among others. His television and live credits include Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the BET Awards, the BET Hip Hop Awards, and the MTV Video Music Awards, among others.

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