New Jerseys Ambassadors of Love Songs

JMMY SPINELLI the consummate PROFESSIONAL BRINGS an energetic presence to the stage that is unsurpassed with his own brand of showmanship, vocal style and dance thrilling audiences wherever he performs. A Former member of "Vito & The Salutations", Jimmy has been entertaining audiences all his life.
tommy petillo Since 1978 when the original members selected him as their lead singer hisdynamic vocals have embodied the heart, soul and true essence of voice carrying a tradition of classic and timeless love songs by The Duprees. Tommy has with great pride continued the legacy of the Duprees songbook for more than 46 years of stage performances.
shawn stevens Professional career began as a child actor, appearing in dozens of stage musicals, television productions and feature film projects, receiving accolades and awards for his efforts. He has performed with the legendary Doo Wop groups "The Diamonds" and, most recently, "The Vogues". Now in 2023, a member of The Duprees, Shawn says "it doesn't get any better than this!
The Duprees continue to perform the Duprees song book of great American standards as well as a mix of up-tempo modern hits from all genres.
The Duprees have entertained audiences who love their unique and romantic sound for more than six decades. From their doo-wop and rock and roll groups start in Jersey City New Jersey, they grew quickly to become a sensation all across the country and around the world. Although members have changed throughout the years, the singing group stayed in touch with their east coast roots and dedication to bringing favorite classics in an updated style. The singing group still thrills audiences with their smooth harmonies and romantic sound as they revitalize their top hits for new generations. Their dedication to preserving the sound, sharing it with more people, and spreading appreciation for music everywhere continues with Tommy Petillo, Jimmy Spinelli and Shawn Stevens who are todays Duprees for more than 43 consecutive years of stage performances.

2025 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

  • APRIL 25TH (FRIDAY) ------ regent theatre ---- 7 medford street, arlington massachusetts,
  • tickets - 781-646-4849 - www.regenttheatre.com

  • April 27th (sunday) ------- stafford township arts centre---- https://www.stacnj.com/ or
  • tickets-718-423-8394 may 3rd (Saturday) -------- queensborough performing arts center, 222-05 56th street, ave bayside, ny
  • tickets- call 718-423-8394 or ticketor.com/sfentertain may 9th (friday) ------- mahopac high school, 421 baldwin pl, mahopac, ny --- www.eventbrite.com or tickets - 914-588-0394
  • June 7th (Saturday) --------- sorry private event

  • JUNE 14TH (SATURDAY) ---- sonnybrook ballroom, 50 sunnybrook road, pottsstown, pa
  • tickets - www.souljoels.com

  • July 14th (Monday) ----- two shows ----- surflight theatre, beach haven, nj, - www.surflight.org
  • tickets 609-493-9477

  • august 2nd (saturday) --- tba

  • september 6TH (SATURDAY) ---TBA

  • september 14th (sunday) ---- tba

  • september 19th (friday) -----tba

  • september 21st (sunday) ---- (sunday) the theater at north, scranton, pa. www.eventbrite.com

  • September 27th (Saturday) --- TBA October 12th (Sunday) ------ broadway theatre, pittman, nj - thebroadwaytheatre.org

  • november 22nd (saturday) --- patchogue theater, patchogue, ny -tickets -- patchoguetheatre.org/events tickets- 631-207-1313
  • november 29TH (FRIDAY) ---TBA

  • november 30th (saturday) ----tba

  • december 11th (thursday) ----- tba


2026 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

February 15TH tHROUGH 22ND (Sunday to Sunday) Cruise with The Duprees and friends! sailing From Miami Port. Rockin' The Caribbean Cruise, call only to book AAA travel at 877-371-5757 or 844-222-0315 travelappointment.acg.aaa.com/s/virtualbooking April 25th ---- TBA October 3RD -----TBA December 5TH ----TBA
  • Joey "Vann" Canzano was the original lead voice to most of The Duprees' early hit recordings. Michael Kelly replaced him, who also recorded memorable hits with the Duprees. Mike Kelly formally left the group in 1977 and was replaced by Tommy Petillo in 1978. In 1980 original member Michael Arnone OUR MENTOR decided to continue performing in the tradition of the Duprees songbook. Remaining true to his wish we now for the past 43 years have proudly kept these ageless songs in live stage performances for all to enjoy.

  • As always, we recognize, celebrate, and honor the music that captured everyone’s hearts over a half-century ago. Today's Duprees with Tommy Petillo and Jimmy Spinelli have proudly evolved from the original members, Michael Arnone, John Salvato, Joey “Vann” Canzano, Joseph Santollo, Michael Kelly, and Tom Bialoglow. They gave us those memories that will last a lifetime.

  • So while we salute and preserve the past, the next generation of Music Historians will document The Duprees continuing musical ride into the future. This collection of recordings reflects that evolution; With newly recorded versions of The Duprees greatest hits and all new songs that showcase the versatility and talent of "The Duprees" today.

  • We are truly honored to be known as "New Jersey’s Ambassadors of Love Songs" and one of America’s favorite vocal groups. With the help of our musical director Mr. Mark Baron we will go on recording many more beautiful songs to serenade the greatest fans in the world. The Duprees want to thank you, our great fans. You have honored us with your tremendous support throughout the years and because of you, our journey continues.

  • These are the songs that will never die, the romantic moods and deep meanings that resonate through the hearts and minds of anyone who has ever fallen in love. When the lyrics and melodies of these old songs are brought to life by the smooth vocals of Tommy Petillo, Jimmy Spinelli, and former members Phil Granito and Tony Testa no one can resist the emotion that sparks memories and the desire to sing along.

DUPREES RECORDINGS

THE DUPREES RECORDINGS 20O2 TO 2020

THE DUPREES RECORDINGS 1961 TO 2001

THE DUPREES YESTERDAY & TODAY Discography 1961 to 2024 A-SIDE 45 SINGLES B- SIDE 1962 YOU BELONG TO ME TAKE ME AS I AM COED 569 1962 MY OWN TRUE LOVE GINNY COED 571 1962 I’D RATHER BE HERE IN YOUR ARMS I WISH I COULD BELIEVE YOU COED 574 1963 GONE WITH THE WIND LET'S MAKE LOVE AGAIN COED 576 1963 TAKE ME AS I AM I GOTTA TELL HER KNOW COED 580 1963 WHY DON’T YOU BELIEVE ME THE THINGS I LOVE COED 584 1963 WHY DON’T YOU BELIEVE ME MY DEAREST ONE COED 584 1963 HAVE YOU HEARD LOVE EYES COED 585 1963 IT’S NO SIN THE SAND AND THE SEA COED 587 1964 WHERE ARE YOU PLEASE LET HER KNOW COED 591 1964 SO MANY HAVE TOLD ME UNBELIEVABLE COED 593 1964 iT ISN'T FAIR SO LITTLE TIME COED 595 1964 I’M YOURS WISHING RING COED 596 1965 AROUND THE CORNER THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE COLUMBIA 43336 1965 NORMA JEAN SHE WAITS FOR HIM COLUMBIA 43464 1966 LET THEM TALK EXODUS SONG COLUMBIA 43577 1966 IT’S NOT TIME KNOW DIDN'T WANT TO HAVE TO DO IT COLUMBIA 43802y 1967 I UNDERSTAND BE MY LOVE COLUMBIA 44078 1968 MY SPECIAL ANGEL RING OF LOVE HERITAGE 804 1968 GOODNIGHT MY LOVE RING OF LOVE HERITAGE 805 1968 MY LOVE MY LOVE THE SKYS THE LIMIT HERITAGE 808 1969 TWO DIFFERENT WORLDS HOPE HERITAGE 811 ( UNRELEASED singles ) 1964 SUNSET TO SUNRISE COED 1965 CHILDREN AND FLOWERS COLUMBIA 1967 FOREVER COLUMBIA 1967 BE MY LOVE= FEATURING COLUMBIA 1968 THE WORST THAT COULD HAPPEN COLUMBIA ( LP’S ) 1962 YOU BELONG TO ME 1963 HAVE YOU HEARD 1963 TOTAL RECALL 1969 DUPREES GOLD 1984 TAKE ME AS I AM ( duprees - ITALIAN ASPHALT AND PAVING COMPANY ) 1970 CHECK YOURSELF THE SKIES THE LIMIT COLOSSUS 1970 HAVE YOU HEARD HERITAGE 826 1975 DELICIOUS THE SKIES THE LIMIT RCA PB 10407 ( Cd’s ) - 1989 to -2024 1989 italian serinade 2001 Christmas with the duprees 2003- DUPREES LIVE AT THE SANDS VOL-1 2003- DUPREES LIVE AT THE SANDS VOL-2 2003- THE DUPREES GO TO THE MOVIES 2008- THE DUPREES TODAY 2009- A DUPREES CHRISTMAS 2010- AS TIME GOES BY 2011- GREAT SONGS OF OUR TIME 2012- 50TH ANNIVERSARY ALBUM (CD) 2016- HAPPY 100TH MR SINATRA

THROUGH 64 YEARS OF THE DUPREES 1961 to 2025

Original members - 1961 - 1963 with lead singer Joey, Van Canzano, Mike Arnone, John Salvato, Joe Santolo, and Tom Bialoglow;
Original members 1964 - 1977 with lead singer Michael Kelly, Mike Arnone, Joe Santolo, and John Salvato;
1978 -1980 with lead singer Tommy Petillo, with Original members Mike Arnine, Joe Santolo, Larry Casanova, and John Salvato.
1980 to 1981 with lead singer Larry Disalvi, Johnny Petillo, Allan Ladda;
1981-1982 Lead singer Mike Schiavo Original member Mike Arnone, Alan Latta, and Bob Leszczak,
1982-1983 Lead singer Richie Rosato, Original member Mike Arnone, Al Latta, Bob Leszczak
1983 to 2001 with lead singer Richie Rosato, Phil Granito, Tony Testa, Jimmy Spinelli;
1984 to 1986 "John Salvato's Duprees" with lead singer Tommy Petillo, Bobby Valli Castelluccio and Vinny Creca.
2005 - L to R Pictured with lead singer Tommy Petillo, Phil Granito, former lead singer Mike Kelly, Tony Testa, Jimmy Spinelli, and seated Mike Arnone.
2002 to 2020 lead singer Tom Petillo, Tony Testa, Phil Granito, Jimmy Spinelli.
2024 - Todays Duprees with lead singer Tommy Petillo, Jimmy Spinelli, Shawn Stevens.
THE DUPREES WANT TO THANK OUR FANS. YOU HAVE HONORED US WITH YOUR TREMENDOUS SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE YEARS.AND BECAUSE OF YOU OUR JOURNEY CONTINUES...
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