Core members are -
Lori Diamond Piano/Vocals,
Fred Abatelli Guitar/Bass/Vocals............
Musicians on 'Bound' 2003:.... Lori Diamond on piano and vocals, Andy Pinkham on Guitars and Linc Merrihew on drums..............
Musicians on 'Mystery' 2009:..... Lori Diamond on piano and vocals, Fred Abatelli on guitar, bass and vocals, Oen Kennedy on guitar, Al Cath on guitar, Eric Kilburn on mandolin and lapsteel, Phil Punch on percussion and Linc Merrihew on percussion. Additional harmonies beautifully provided by: Kim Jennings, Carrie Rowan, Lyn Oconor Ferguson and Stuart Ferguson.
'ALONE' Track of the day!
Influences
George Winston, Liz Story, Karla Bonoff, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Steve Miller, Indigo Girls, Boston, Susan Werner, Diana Krall, Sara Maclachlan, Carole King, James Taylor, Aretha Franklin, Bonnie Raitt, Fleetwood Mac, Dixie Chicks, Sting, Blossom Dearie, Norah Jones, Van Morrisson, Marvin Gaye, Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morrissette, Alison Krauss, Nickel Creek, and so many more!
Originally from the Boston area, Lori is a veteran pianist, singer/songwriter. Throughout the nineties, she was playing keys and singing harmonies for the Boston-based bands, Bee Charmers(acoustic pop/rock) and Upper Level Garage(Motown/blues). Since the release of her solo CD, Bound, in 2003, Lori has spent the better part of this decade performing as a soloist in the New England area. Her musical contributions can also be found on the CDs of various local artists.
Lori has been described as a cross between Joni Mitchell, Aimee Mann and Alicia Keys. With her soulful vocals, thoughtful lyrics and lush piano work, she has all the ingredients for creating beautiful music.
Her newest CD, 'Mystery' was released in February 2009. This album is piano based, with songs of love, loss, gratitude and other facets of the human experience.
Instrumentation
Lori Diamond - piano/vocals
Fred Abatelli - guitar/bass/vocals
Additional musician friends that have been sharing the stage and/or studio with Lori are:
Phil Punch - percussion
Oen Kennedy - Guitar
AL Cath - Guitar
Kim Jennings - Vocals
Carrie Rowan - Vocals
Lyn Ferguson - Vocals
Stuart Ferguson - Vocals
Linc Merrihew - percussion
Eric Kilburn - Lapsteel/Mandolin
Discography
'Bound' - released in 2003
'Mystery' - released in February 2009
Hi Lori, spending some time listening to your music today. Always lovely on the ears. Hope you're resonatin' in your positive light and creativity! xoLynette
Hey Lori!!! Just wanted to stop and see what's going on... you are a great talent! So enjoying mystery... Have a safe Halloween and keep doing what your doing! :)Tracy
we loves each other..we have already established that sis.. have a glorious harvest... happy Halloween..we shall catch up before the big snow hits girl..maybe before thanksgiving..(which is every day right eh?) i'm good.. lots going on..but i am steady and so strong in through here Lori.. catching some diamond here..just listening and smiling keep those keys glistening..and singing your realness.. love to the family.. always thinking of you.LTW! ps..i can't miss you, as you are always with me?? love out sistuh!
hey Lori! thanks so much for the info on the Java Room ~ will definately check them out!! hope you had an awesome weekend!!! hope to connect with you sometime soon ~ thanks! Lee xox
i love you can't do nothing wrong with me ever in tickling your keys with heart felt singing mysteries....you are real, sometimes so raw..and beautiful to boot.. can't say i miss ya L diamond..as you are always with me.. sending you huge hugs and smiles this morning.... just got a friend off to Germany..pray for him safe travels..he is returning after 50 years to where he was in the service.. i am doing super fine.. thanks for the coffee moment.. lets us have more of them dear Lori.. light out sis LTW
My dinner at Ichabod's would not have been nearly so enjoyable without the soulful tunes and smart repartee that you and Fred offer. Always a pleasure and then some. Nice addition with Paul & Susan and later Jim joining the show. Nancy says that she loves your singing and Fred's masterful musicianship. -RE
Hey Lori, great set last night with Fred, Stuart, Lynn, and Phil, and thanks for jumping in with harmony vocals on the Waking Hour. You're as amazing as ever and I just love to hear you perform. And a big thank you as well for all the support & encouragement. Cheers! -Joe
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