Introducing Neil Diamond Tribute Artist, Charlie Lask

Neil Diamond's music has never failed to delight and surprise his fans. He is, without a doubt, one of the most loved and respected performers and songwriters of his generation. Now, encounter the music of Neil Diamond again with tribute artist Charlie Lask. Hear Charlie capture the heart and soul of some of the greatest songs ever written. Fans of Neil Diamond will delight at the joy and emotion Charlie brings to their favorite tunes. See him perform once, you won't be disappointed. From a local variety show in his hometown to some of the biggest venues in Central and Western Massachusetts, Charlie Lask's emergence as one of the most dynamic and sought after performers in the area is the result of hard work, patience and embracing opportunity. While a recent arrival on the local music scene, Charlie's roots in the community are deep. He is a native of Western Massachusetts, born and raised in Ware. He is a graduate of Bentley College in Waltham, an active member of his community, a husband and the father of two children. Charlie's life, however, has not been without difficult choices. Returning to Ware after college in the mid 80's, Charlie sang in several local bands and considered a career in music. The responsibilities of business, home and family put his dreams on hold until recently. Now, Charlie Lask has arrived, and is bringing his audiences a fresh view of the music of Neil Diamond. Charlie Lask first performed the music of Neil Diamond for the public at the Ware Village Follies in 2004. Following the overwhelming response to this performance, Charlie introduced his Tribute to Neil Diamond to a sold out crowd at the Villa Rose in Ludlow in April of 2005. He has followed this with many appearances at concerts, clubs and other venues. He performed at the Hu Ke Lau in Chicopee as a member of the legends show which featured some of the area's top performers and musicians. He performed at the Oldies 1250 Hurricane Katrina Benefit at the Best Western in West Springfield and is a regular performer at the Dick Fiske Heart to Heart Foundation - an organization that raised money for local children that are ill and in need of medical services. During the summer of 2006, Charlie will be a featured performer at several of Western Massachusetts's largest festivals and fairs.