December ’09 Entertainment—Nikki Artale's Vegas Stars Interviews Column

Jay White’s Diamond
Celebration Cake for Jay White's Last Show

At the Riviera Hotel on December 3, 2009 the curtain came down on the final show for Jay White’s tribute show to Neil Diamond. Jay’s six-month contract turned out to be an eight-year run with 2000 performances. It was a magical evening and Jay White once again thrilled the audience with his songs. Jay’s vocals, mannerism and stage presence were spot on. If you closed your eyes you would think you were listening to Neil Diamond in concert. www.americasdiamond.com

Jay White On Stage

The band was fabulous and King Errisson was outstanding on the drums. Neil Diamond calls King the best percussionist in the world. King Errisson has been part of the touring band since 1976. King’s latest CD “Conga Serenade” is available now. www.kingerrisson.com

King Errisson and Nikki Artale

Jay will be touring with his show, now that he is not committed to a nightly show at the Riviera. It is exciting that everyone will remain together and the fans will be able to experience this wonderful show.

Jay has written a show, which has been in the works for fourteen years, about an immigrant boy who comes to America. The music and songs of Neil Diamond tell the story in “Brooklyn Road.” The show will be premiering in a Las Vegas Hotel very soon.

An after party was held after the show and Jay got to spend time with his band, friends, family and fans. His manager Steve Hart and publicist Terese DiMartino helped to celebrate his last show. Jay and his wife Pam were in high spirits mingling with everyone.

Pam & Jay

Sandy is Neil Diamond’s number one fan and friend for over 30 years. She has transferred that friendship to Jay who she considers the next best Diamond.