Frank Diblasi
It's kind of funny how many "Doo Wop" artists who had some success, have
in common as a result of their infatuation with their music. What if
late in life you decide to resign to those yesteryear's of single hood?
The music of the 50's and early 60's can do that. It can alter your state of mind.
It is the only sound that has an enormous interlude with passion and romance.
There is no other!
Frank was born in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn and only a few can boast to be a graduate of "street corner harmony". It is nakedly obvious that his roots musically are in the church choir. He found prominence on stage performing in the Christian Confraternity Dances. It was actually in a subway (Halsey Street and Wycoff Avenue) that he landed a contract with United Artists. Imagine scoring a record deal while in high school. But "The Poquels" could not match the challenge of the British invasion's mentality. So it's lifespan crumbled. His passion was put aside. He attended Hunter college, graduated with a teaching degree in biology, obtained a post doctorate degree in dental medicine and specialized in orthodontics and dental-maxillofacial orthopedics. The steady diet of education and a successful practice enabled him to jumpstart the group Champagne (1995-1999). It earned him another contract with KEF RECORDS, Elliot Chiprut (owner), He wrote "Simple Simon Says". In 2000, he gave birth to COVER II COVER, and was voted by B103 radio as the BEST DOO WOP VOCALS and BAND. He was dubbed the "Velvet Voice" of doo wop by the legendary John Roper of the "BOB KNIGHT FOUR". Elliot Chiprut granted Frank another contract with KEF.
Frank is well respected in his dental profession and as a recording artist. He bathes in a prestigious reputation by his dental colleagues and fellow recording artists. In 2004, he was discovered by Joseph Karp and ordained the lead singer for Joey & The Paradons (1960- Diamonds & Pearls)
He has shared the stage with The Dupress, Johnny Maestro, Coasters, Larry Chance & The Earls, Drifters, Lenny Coco & The Chimes, Earl Lewis & The Channels, Emil Stuchio & The Classics, Vito Balsamo, Kenny Vance & The Planotones, The Tokens, Eternals, Velours, Dubs- just to name a few.
He made personal appearances and performed live on the Don K Reed "Doo Wop shop", Mickey B's "Juke Box Review" The Tropicana hotel in Atlantic City, The Meadowlands' Eisenhower Park Band Shell, Westbuy Music Fair, Ronnie I's U.G.H.A. and "From the Heart Concert" at the Nassau Coliseum.
Frank has lived up to the Brooklyn tradition. His charismatic personality magnetically draws the audience to become deputized fans. His talent is still untouched by the years. A lively encore is always hinted at even before it has started, as the set closes. They will make you escape from the present drolls of life to a more blissful peace of mind. They are hypnotically therapeutic.
HE IS A FABULAIRE!
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