Gary Gomez as Neil Diamond
The Diamond Project
The Diamond Project Band is dedicated to performing a true replication of the musical styling of a live Neil Diamond concert. Rather than give the audience a straight studio version of Neil's classics, they strive to incorporate the EXCITEMENT, ENERGY AND MUSICIANSHIP THAT ONLY A LIVE SHOW CAN PROVIDE. They will leave you with the satisfaction that you have experienced a true and well deserved tribute to one of America's foremost talents .. Neil Diamond!
Gary Gomez appeared many times on the floating stage in Bemus Point and most recently in Mayville in 2019. Gary is dedicated to being the best Neil Diamond tribute singer he can be. His appearance on the floating stage have been a highlight of every Pops season through the years and Pops fans look forward to seeing him again in the near future. The band enjoys coming to our area of the world and they look forward to returning to the .. stage that floats!
"The Diamond Project has had the privilege of playing on the floating stage for the last 6 plus years. The unique stage along with the great backdrop of the lake makes this venue a one-of-a-kind! The crowds are always great. Our hosts make us feel at home. One of my favorite aspects of the Pops is the ability to entertain both the front audience as well as the audience in their boats behind the stage .. anchored and always engaged. The sound engineers and lighting rigs really make the show a great spectacle of sight and sound! I am lucky enough to have a great band behind me and I can't think of a better venue in the summer months!"
Gary Gomez, lead vocalist of The Diamond Project as Neil Diamond
Many of the Neil Diamond recorded hits that Gary sings are these .. Sweet Caroline, Cracklin Rose, Kentucky Woman, Cherry Cherry, Hello Again, Thank the Lord, Forever in Blue Jeans, September Morn, Love on the Rocks, Yesterday's Song, I Am, I Said, I'm Alive, Song Sung Blue, Heartlight, I'm A Believer, Play Me, Solitary Man, I Got The Feelin, Holly Holy, Girl, You'll Be A Woman, Brother Love, Shilo, You Don't Bring Me Flowers and .. America!
Band members are Gary Gomez, lead singer; Walt Vieweg, saxophone, flute, harmonica; Amy Vapot, keyboards; Bob Leaf, lead guitar; Greg Spangler, percussion; Bill Lubinger, bass guitar; Carrie Vieweg, vocals; Alan Sponseller, trombone; Caylee Volker, trumpet; Raine Austen, vocals.
www.thediamondprojectband.com
The Diamond Project would have appeared this evening, September 4, on the floating stage to help close out the 2020 Pops season had Covid not reached our shores.
Be safe.
Pat Locke
Maestro Muse
