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Shawn Klush
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Shawn Klush
In just a short time Shawn Klush has emerged as the nation's top Elvis tribute artist. Born and raised in the small coal-mining town of Pittston, Pennsylvania, Shawn's love for music led him to begin imitating his musical idol, Elvis Presley. He performed in the famous Poconos region followed by a tour of Canada where he entered and won the $5,000.00 prize in the "Worldwide Elvis Competition" in Montreal. This caught the attention of the award winning Las Vegas show, "Legends in Concert" where in 2004 he starred as Elvis in their Branson, MO. production. He also alternated in their Las Vegas and Atlantic City show rooms. Each January he stars in the "Elvis Birthday Tribute Tour", an Elvis extravaganza with Elvis' own musicians, singers, and closest friends, in major venues in multiple cities.

Shawn has recorded 2 CDs and performed with Elvis' closest friends, musicians and singers such as JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, The Jordanaires, DJ Fontana, Charlie Hodge, Myrna Smith, The Sweet Inspirations and Joe Esposito. He recently portrayed Elvis in the hit TV miniseries "Shake, Rattle and Roll" which aired on CBS and VH1. On Jan 6th 2005, just 2 days before Elvis' 70th Birthday, Shawn became grand champion at the $25,000.00 "World Elvis Tribute Artist Competition." This year he received "The Peoples Choice Award" from Gibson Guitar in Nashville as "Best Concert Elvis." Shawn was recently named the international champion of BBC1's World's Greatest Elvis competition in the United Kingdom. In August, Shawn was chosen by Graceland as the winner of Elvis Presley Enterprises' first ever Ultimate Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, TN.

Shawn Klush brings all the electrifying magic of Elvis to the stage. Shawn is "The Closest Thing to the King in Concert."


Irv Cass
Master Of Ceremonies Irv Cass
Hailing from South Bend, Indiana, Irv Cass is the new heart and soul of our festival having spent many years perfecting his performances as a professional Master of Ceremonies as well as an Elvis and Tom Jones tribute artist. He has worked with the famous show "Legends In Concert" in four different states, as well as live performances in many countries and on dozens of cruise ships. He is very proud of his world champion title from the "Images of Elvis" competition in Memphis, TN as well as winning many other competitions and awards throughout his career. Irv has also appeared in the movie "Almost Elvis" as well as TLC's "The Men Who Would Be King" and a special for "20/20" as well as other TV specials. He's also shared the stage with DJ Fontana, The Jordanaires and Willie Nelson, as well as many other celebrities. His favorite part of performing and hosting an Elvis themed event is making friends with everyone he meets. You will immediately fall in love with his humble, witty, funny and professional stage presence. We're happy to have Irv in this year's show, and hope you enjoy his wonderful personality and performances.

Change of Habit Tribute Band
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Change of Habit Tribute Band
Change of Habit Tribute Band
The Change of Habit (COH) tribute band (COH), from Chicago, Illinois, is the hardest working band on the Elvis scene. COH performs with the top Elvis tribute artists across the U.S. providing authentic musical recreations of Elvis' magical career.

Although COH enjoys the music of Neil Diamond, Tom Jones, Elton John and other legends of music, the band's rich background and foundation lies within the music and magic of Elvis Presley. Above all, COH is proud to call themselves a top Elvis Tribute Band.

Each member of COH has a solid resume in the music of Elvis. Before joining forces as COH, each musician either performed with the top Elvis artists, toured the country with the top Elvis artists or worked for 'Legends in Concert!' The members of COH forged great relationships within the Elvis industry and they have been collectively playing authentic Elvis music for over 3 decades! First and foremost, COH takes pride in being a professional, authentic and powerful Elvis Tribute Band. COH has testimonials from the Elvis industry's most talented performers and actual Elvis dignitaries. COH has performed with The Sweet Inspirations, The Imperials, The Jordanaires, Jerry Scheff, DJ Fontana, Millie Kirkham, Kathy Westmoreland, the late Al Dvorin and the late Charlie Hodge.

Presenting the COH Members:
Joe Zannelli - Drums, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Nick Tarzia - Electric Bass Guitar, Upright Bass, Backing Vocals
Bill Dalton - Lead and Rhythm Guitars, Acoustic Guitars, Backing Vocals
Steve Albue - Keyboards, Piano, Synthesizers, Guitars, Mandolin, Orchestrations, Backing Vocals
Tricia Sawilchik - Lead and Backing Vocals, Percussion
Joe Scumaci - Lead and Backing Vocals, Keyboards, Percussion


Jay Zanier
Guelph, Ontario
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Jay Zanier, the winner of the Lake George Elvis Festival last year and pre-qualifier as a finalist in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest in Memphis last year is a successful entertainer and world class Elvis Tribute Artist. Residing in Guelph, Ontario, Jay has dedicated many hours studying Elvis music and taped concert performances. He has won numerous contests in Canada and the USA. Most recently Jay was honoured with 1st place win in the one and only Crowning of the King contest held at the Collingwood Elvis Festival 2010. The contest consisted of previous champions competing for the glory of being crowned overall Champion. Jay is proud of this award because the judges were none other than the Imperials, Elvis' backup singers. Other accomplishments in 2010 - winning the Ultimate Grand Championship at the Penticton Elvis Festival in British Columbia, Gospel Grand Championship in both the Lake George Elvis Festival and the Manchester Elvis Festival. In 2007, Jay became the only Canadian to make the top 10 list in the very first Ultimate Elvis Competition held by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Jay prides himself as a passionate performer whose amazing portrayal of Elvis Presley, coupled with his endless energy always leaves his audience wanting more.

Cliff Wright
Athens, AL
Cliff Wright
Cliff Wright is a self taught, acclaimed musician. Cliff began playing the guitar at eight years old. Cliff's uncanny ability to master many musical instruments has gained him notoriety within the music industry. Cliff is recognized as one of the top Elvis Impersonator guitarists in the country. Throughout Cliff's career, he has had the honor of accompanying James Burton, The TCB Band, Scotty Moore and Ronnie McDowell. Recently, Cliff added an unforgettable tribute to Elvis. While mastering all three eras of Elvis' career, Cliff adds his own perspective to the musical legend's memory. The audience will be taken back in time, to re-live the energetic songs of the 50s, the explosive songs of the 60s and the passionate intensity of the 70s. Cliff's nostalgic tribute also includes Johnny Cash". He brings emotion and authenticity to each performance, recreating a dynamic and charismatic heartfelt respect for each Johnny Cash song he performs.

Dwight Icenhower as Elton John
Orlando, Florida
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Dwight Icenhower was raised in Pomeroy, Ohio and began his Elvis career by singing karaoke at a local fair when he was just 16 years old. Now, he is one of the very few Elvis Tribute Artists that have made a full-time career out of keeping the legend alive.

Dwight performs 4-5 shows weekly and he keeps the audiences asking for more. Born four years after the King passed away, Dwight has studied every move that Elvis made and has mastered the 50's, 60's, and 70's eras of Elvis' career. He has performed all over the United States and is planning to perform across the world soon.

He's had the opportunity to share the stage with some personal friends of Elvis including: DJ Fontana, The Jordanaires, The Sweet Inspirations, Cynthia Pepper, Julie Parrish, Charlie Hodge, and Joe Esposito.

Dwight has won many competitions and finished in the top ten during the 2008 Ultimate Elvis Competition in Memphis, TN. Dwight will be making an appearance during Friday Night's "History of Rock & Roll: Elvis and Friends," doing his fantastic tribute to Elton John.

Denny Diamond as Neil Diamond
Harvard, IL
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Dennis Svehla, pronounced "Svay-lah", was dubbed "Denny Diamond" by fans and media folks who couldn't pronounce or just didn't know his last name. Sometimes called an "impersonator" Denny is quick to dispel that calling himself more of a "tribute artist" due to the fact that he doesn't resemble Neil Diamond at all. Most people have taken the time to point out his resemblance to Tim Allen, the comedian from the popular television show, "Home Improvement". During the show Denny throws out the possibility of changing his name to, Denny "the tool man" Diamond.

Though Denny has enjoyed music his whole life and been a Neil Diamond fan since childhood, his musical career didn't begin until August of 2000 when he had a chance to audition for a television show created by Dick Clark called, "Your Big Break". It was a show where people who don't look like famous entertainers but sound like them were brought in to showcase their talents. Denny was chosen because of his vocal similarity to Neil Diamond. The show was the most aired of the series because of all the great talent appearing in that episode.


Steve Bobbit as Rod Stewart
Peoria, Illinois
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From the banks of the lazy Illinois River, in the busy town of Peoria, Illinois, comes a blonde, spike-haired singer in Converse tennis shoes with a raspy voice that mirrors that of the famous Scotsman from London, Rod Stewart....Steve Bobbitt, along with his "Young Turks Band", has been doing a tribute to the famed musician for 15 years.

His striking resemblance, distinct voice, and precise eye for detail in his wardrobe keep this tribute artist quite busy in his quest to entertain with the excitement that only Rod Stewart, himself, could match. His renditions of "Maggie Mae", "Hot Legs", "Have I told you lately" and even some of the standards from the "Great American Songbook" leave you wanting more and more of this talented singer.


Irv Cass as Tom Jones
Fenton, Michigan
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Irv Cass represents all that is good in the Elvis Tribute Artist World. His talent combines with his magnetic personality to please crowds all over the world.

Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Irv was raised in Michigan. With a background in sales, dance and modeling, Irv began his Tribute Artist career in 1991. Since then, he has won numerous contests including the 1999 "Worldwide Images of the King." More recently, he won the 2006 Championship in Collingwood, Ontario, Canada (Jumpsuit Division).

Irv is featured in the award-winning documentary "Almost Elvis." This popular film chronicles a year in the lives of several Tribute Artists culminating in Irv's World Championship win in Memphis, TN. He is also in the Learning Channel's "The Men Who Would be King."

Most recently, Irv was one of only three Tribute Artists chosen to appear in the first show ever endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises. This show was held during Elvis Week, 2006, in Memphis, TN. A true entertainer, Irv will once again join us in Friday night's "History Of Rock and Roll" as Tom Jones!!

Robert Washington as James Brown
Auburn, Maine
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"The Godfather of Soul," "the Hardest Working Man in Show Business," "Mr. Dynamite" -- those are mighty titles, but no one can question that Robert Washington, like his predecessor, James Brown, earns them more than any other performer. The charisma, energy, and talent of Robert makes him a natural star attraction. And no other musician, pop or otherwise, puts on a more exciting, exhilarating stage show: Robert's performances are marvels of athletic stamina and split-second timing. Robert will be performing his tribute to James Brown during our Friday Night Show... He will not be performing as Elvis, as he will once again be competing in the 2012 Contest.

Jesse Aron as Roy Orbison
Janesville, Wisconsin
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Roy Orbison was a natural baritone, but since 1961 writers have speculated that he had a three or four-octave range. The combination of Orbison's powerful, impassioned voice, and the complex musical arrangements in his songs led many in rock and roll to refer to his music as operatic, calling him the "Caruso of Rock". Many performers such as Elvis stated his voice was one of the greatest and most distinctive he had ever heard.

Jesse Aron has emerged as one of the premier Roy Orbison vocalists in the U.S. His rendition of "Only The Lonely", "Crying", "In Dreams" and "Pretty Woman", among others, can only be rivaled by Roy Orbison himself. Wearing black clothes, dark sunglasses and conveying a quiet vulnerability, Jesse sings to standing ovations wherever he performs.


Jerry Connelly as Gene Pitney
Ferndale, MI
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Gene Pitney was a song writer, singer and producer with a very distinctive voice. With songs like, Town Without Pity and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, which were both movie themes, Gene had that one in a million voice. With His Tribute to Gene Pitney, Jerry Connelly has opened for......The Marcels...Jack Scott...Chris Montez...Ronnie McDowell...Johnny Tillotson...Highway 101...The Shangri-Las...Peggy March ...The Reflections...Jim Glaser... & Sonny Geraci. With his "Walk Down Memory Lane", singing the hit's of the, "Rock N Roll" era. Little Anthony & The Imperials-Bobby Vinton-Rick Nelson, & many more. Jerry will take you back to that special time in your life. He performs his Tribute to Gene Pitney all around the United States & Canada. Gene Pitney comes to life when Jerry takes the stage...

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