Vinnie Ferrone - BIO

Born and raised in Newark, N. J., Vinnie Ferrone is a singer-songwriter who developed a love for melody and harmony as part of a Sunday choir.   Over the years, he has compiled a repertoire in excess of 1200 songs, 200 of which are original compositions.  (see Set List page)  Vinnie is a multi-instrumentalist (guitar-piano-bass-mandolin-harmonica-tenor & alto saxophone) who has logged many hours as a studio and stage musician for other performers.  With an uncanny vocal ability to conjure up the spirit and sound of the singers whose songs he discriminatingly chooses to cover, his passionate and honest performances have garnered him the reputation of a 'one man band.' (see Schedule page) From May until November, 2004, Vinnie worked in Bermuda, performing 6 nights a weeks for tourists and locals alike.  In March 2005, he was hired by ESPN/WPLJ/WABC/Disney radio to perform at the company St. Patrick's Day party, in mid-town Manhattan.  Although he's been inspired by many musical influences, his original compositions sound like no one but Vinnie Ferrone.   His music is a blend of every sound he's ever heard.  It incorporates everything from the scream of a Newark, NJ siren to the sound of a tree frog in Bermuda.  (see Music page)