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| Tony B -- BIO
Recognized as one of today’s premier vocalists, Tony B is carrying on the traditions of the legendary entertainers with a style & charm that is uniquely his own. Blessed with a voice of distinction that captures the excitement of Darin, the power of Bennett, and the swinging sensibility of Sinatra, Tony is a first class singer/songwriter who always presents a high-energy show featuring past classics to modern day gems. A native New Yorker, Tony started singing at a very young age after being captivated by Bobby Darin's recording of Mack the Knife. Among his musical idols are Darin, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Paul McCartney, & Al Jolson. Tony has appeared at the Showboat Casino Hotel, Trump Taj Mahal, Bally's Grand, The Tropicana, Mohegan Sun, and The Sands. In addition to being an acclaimed singer/entertainer, Tony is also a composer. The title track of his debut CD "Swingin' Around”, was featured in the movie "THE CREW" (Touchstone Pictures), as well as on Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Milan Records / BMG). Radio Hall of Fame talk show host Joey Reynolds of WOR radio (NY) said, "Tony B is as exciting as Bobby Darin was when he first burst upon the scene." Most recently, 2007 started off on a high note, with Tony’s original song “Sentimental Heartstrings” being featured by CBS.com in their cool new animated series “Innertube”. The episode is both narrated by, and titled “Joe Pantoliano Brings Home A Girl”. The years 2005 & 2006 were extremely busy for Tony, as he was featured in two new books titled “The Italian Crooners”(2005), and “When Jolson Was King”(2006), performed LIVE on the QVC Shopping Network, recorded commercials for ESPN Hollywood & the USA Network (“Three Wise Guys“, & “Gangs of New York”), released his third CD “Singin’ & Swingin”, and recorded “The Little Drummer Boy” for the Focus Features film “The Ice Harvest”, directed by Harold Ramis. In 2002, Tony’s recording of "I've Got The World On A String" was selected by the family of composer Harold Arlen to represent that song in their catalogue at HaroldArlen.com. The recording was also featured as the 1st track on a compilation CD titled "Harold Arlen Now", which included Faith Hill, Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, & B.B. King and Eric Clapton. The year culminated with Delta Airlines, (as part of their 2 month in-flight tribute to Harold Arlen), featuring Tony along with Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Harry Connick Jr., and Ella Fitzgerald. Additional credits include production shows, revues, radio, television, and film soundtracks. Tony’s voice has been heard in television and radio commercials for EXXON, ESPN, REISENS Candy, Temple University Healthcare, USA Network, and the Megabucks Lottery to mention a few. Other performances have included: performing in concert with Connie Haines before an audience of 10,000 at the FSU Civic Center in Tallahassee, New Years Eve shows in the Mark G. Etess Arena at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, The Stars & Stripes Revue at The Tropicana Casino, and concerts at The Sands in Atlantic City. In March of 2001, Tony marked his acting debut, and received critical acclaim for his portrayal of band leader “Lane Stevens”, in the Off-Broadway concert play "ROCKSTAR". Charitable organization performances: American Parkinson’s Foundation, National Alliance for Autism Research, Cerebral Palsy, March Of Dimes, Athletes with Disabilities, and On Your Mark. Corporate appearances include: CBS, New York Yankees, New Jersey Devils, New York Post, Pepsi, Spin City, Broadcast & Cable Hall of Fame, and more. Appeared with &/or shared a stage with: Milton Berle, Connie Haines, Les Paul, Patti Labelle, Freddie Roman, Sal Richards, Lenny Rush, Stewie Stone, Michael Amante, Danny Aiello, Dominic Chianese, Michael J Fox, Alto & Mantia, Jimmy Carroll, Elliott Finkel, Artie Shaw Orchestra, Tex Beneke Orchestra, Little Anthony & Imperials, Johnny Maestro & Brooklyn Bridge, Richie Minervini. |