Tru Diamond Bios

Michael Anthony, Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar

A singer of passion, vocal endurance, and presentation. A performer with all the mannerisms that stands above and beyond the rest. Someone that captivates an audience and leaves them breathless and wanting more, these are the qualities of a professional.

Over the years, Mike found his niche as a lead vocalist/keyboard player and was in high demand throughout the New England area. His most recent work was with a popular cover band called "South Street band".

He attended a Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park in Boston and this event would forever change his musical life. During the 7th inning stretch at all Redsox home games, the Neil Diamond tune, "Sweet Caroline" is played over the loudspeakers. It didn't take long before Mike realized that 35,000 people were singing along to this song - Mike immersed himself into the entire work of "Neil Diamond" and as a result of his dedication and hard work, his tribute band, Tru Diamond, is one of the best "Neil Diamond" tribute bands anywhere!

When you experience a Tru Diamond Show, you will be hard pressed to hear any difference between the original artist and Mr. Anthony - this is a show that shouldn't be missed!

J.J. Wright from radio Oldies 103.3 Fm says"For you Neil Diamond fans the next best thing than being there"!

Adam Webster from WORC 98.9 FM says “I can`t believe how much you sound like Neil Diamond"!

Venues performed at: J.F.K. Library, UMass Dartmouth Ampitheater in Dartmouth Mass, Cela's Restaurant, The Bull Run Restaurant, The Gardner Acadian Club, The Gardner Elks 1426, Windthrop Hotel, Dracut Mass, Natick Mass, West Boylston Mass Oxford Mass, Worcester DCU Center, Auburn Elks, Foxwoods and has appeared on television as well.

John Tomaselli, Bass Guitar

John attended Berklee College of Music and is a seasoned musician. He has Played in and around the Boston area for over 50 years, particularly with The B Street Bombers! John endorses Fender Basses.

Scott Gifford, Drums and Percussion

Scott started playing drums at 15 within six months he was in a local band. In 1975 he enrolled at Berklee college of music for two years. Scott has been an active musician for fifty years, playing funk, rock, disco, country, fusion and rock. Along with being an accomplished drummer, Scott is an active sound man and recording engineer.

Ray DeMartini, Keyboards & Vocals (Ray Martini Music)

Ray Martini is a four-decade veteran of the Boston music scene and has become one of the most in-demand keyboardists in the New England area. Martini was the founder of the only officially sanctioned Chicago tribute band,Introduction - The Chicago Experience appearing with such greats as Grammy Award-winning percussionist Eguie Castillo, Jason Scheff, Danny Seraphine and many other great musicians and entertainers. Currently appearing locally with the Scott Spralding Band and, of course, Tru Diamond. Ray brings a unique playing style and the ability to replicate songs with great detail and nuance.

J. Laite, Lead Guitar & Vocals

J. Laite is a versatile musician and has performed with numerous New England-based bands including The Classic Rock Revue, Jump Street, Soul of Boston, The Low Murphy Band, Sully and No Exit, Horizon and The Horns, Stomp n' Holler, Big Time Band, The Sultans, Howl at the Moon: Howl2Go, and numerous tribute acts including Tom Jones, Elvis Presley, Rod Stewart, The Beach Boys, Fleetwood Mac, Heart, Billy Joel, Elton John and his own tribute to Garth Brooks! He is former Chairman of Entertainment for the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival and produced and promoted the Newburyport BluesCruise for 20 years performing with such artists as James Montgomery, T.J. Wheeler, Duke Robillard, Toni Lynn Washington, Weepin' Willie, Reggie Grant, Shirley Lewis and Shor'ty Billups.