  For more than 36 years, Tramps Like Us has established itself as one of the world’s premier Bruce Springsteen tribute acts. When selected by the NFL to perform at Super Bowl XLVIII in New Jersey (LINK HERE), the band was described as “the planet’s most revered Bruce Springsteen tribute band”—a distinction earned through decades of performances, critical acclaim, and an unwavering commitment to recreating the music and concert experience of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band.
The band’s reputation has led to appearances at major national events for the NFL, Major League Baseball, and the National Hockey League, bringing the music of Bruce Springsteen to audiences across some of the country’s most prestigious sports and entertainment stages.
Tramps Like Us has also been featured on national television broadcasts and media outlets including CNN, Fox News, CBS, MTV, the NFL Network, and the YES Network. The band’s performances and unique place within the Springsteen community have been covered by numerous newspapers, magazines, and online publications, including The New York Times, Newsday, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Music & Musicians Magazine, The Sun Chronicle, and NJ.com, further cementing Tramps Like Us as one of the most recognized and accomplished tribute acts in the country. VIDEO LINKS HERE
Widely praised by publications, radio personalities, music industry professionals, and devoted Springsteen fans alike, Tramps Like Us remains the only Springsteen tribute band to receive endorsements from members of the Springsteen camp, including former manager and producer Mike Appel and SiriusXM’s E Street Radio.
"If you're a big Bruce fan, you've probably seen tribute bands... and the BEST of them all is TRAMPS LIKE US" - E Street Radio / Sirius XM - LISTEN HERE
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Further reflecting the band’s standing within the Springsteen community, frontman Mark Salore was personally invited backstage by Bruce Springsteen prior to a concert. During their meeting, Springsteen complimented the band’s work and thanked Salore for what Tramps Like Us has accomplished over its remarkable 36-year career. The moment remains a memorable highlight in the band’s history. |
Formed in 1990, Tramps Like Us has performed more than 3,000 concerts for well over one million fans. Featuring a lineup of seasoned professional musicians, the band delivers the power, passion, emotion, and excitement of a Springsteen concert with a repertoire spanning more than 150 songs from every era of his legendary career.
Rather than relying on costumes, impersonations, or theatrical mimicry, Tramps Like Us focuses on what matters most—the music. Every performance is built around faithfully recreating the sound, energy, arrangements, and spirit that have made Springsteen’s live shows legendary. The result is an authentic concert experience that resonates with both lifelong fans and first-time listeners.
The ultimate measure of any tribute band is what you hear and see for yourself.
We invite you to explore the videos, reviews, press coverage, and testimonials throughout this site and decide for yourself why Tramps Like Us has earned its reputation as the world’s premier Springsteen tribute act throughout a remarkable 36+ year career.
Watch full-length HD performance videos in our Video Gallery and judge for yourself why audiences, industry professionals, and devoted Springsteen fans continue to rank Tramps Like Us among the world’s premier tribute acts. VIDEO GALLERY LINK
In keeping with the tradition of a Bruce Springsteen concert, Tramps Like Us is known for marathon performances that often run three-and-a-half to four hours, delivering as many as 35 songs in a single night. With meticulous attention paid to musical arrangements, instrumentation, vocal harmonies, and the signature sounds of the E Street Band, audiences frequently remark that they feel as though they are hearing the real thing.
The band’s dedication to authenticity extends beyond individual songs. Tramps Like Us is the first and only tribute act to recreate entire Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band concerts, performing every song and arrangement exactly as they were presented on the original night. These historic recreations have become a hallmark of the band’s reputation and a testament to its commitment to preserving Springsteen’s live concert legacy.
Tramps Like Us is the first and only band to ever re-create Springsteen concerts in their entirety with all songs and renditions of the songs performed as they were by Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band on that selected night.
The 10 concert re-creations shows by Tramps Like Us:
The Bottom Line - NYC on Aug. 15, 1975
Roxy Theatre - Hollywood, CA July 7, 1978
Cleveland Agora - Aug. 9, 1978
Capitol Theatre - Passaic, NJ Sept. 19, 1978
Winterland Ballroom - San Fran, CA Dec. 15, 1978
No-Nukes - Madison Square Garden, Sept. 21, 1979
New Years Eve 1980-81 - Nassau Coliseum, NY
Brendan Byrne Arena / Meadowlands - Aug. 20, 1984
Metlife Stadium concert - East Rutherford, NJ Aug. 30, 2016
Sea.Hear.Now Festival Sept. 15, 2024 Asbury Park, NJ
 
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Members of Tramps Like Us |
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Mark Salore - Vocals & Guitars
Front man and founder of Tramps Like Us.
Mark has been performing and fronting cover and original bands starting since his day's in high school.
With guitar as his main instrument, Mark also plays piano and drums as well.
Doubling as a recording engineer and live engineer, Mark has worked as a front of house engineer in some big name clubs in NYC such as The Bottom Line and The Rock n' Roll Cafe.
Mark has extensive touring experience as a guitar and keyboard technician with Jean Beauvoir (Little Steven & The Disciples Of Soul), Crown Of Thorns and The Eurythmics.
Training: Performing Arts Degree |
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"Lt." Dan Hutchinson - Saxophones, Keyboards, Guitar and Vocals
Saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist.
Over the last 15 years, "Lt." Dan Hutchinson has cemented his reputation as one of the most sought-after saxophonists on the New Jersey music scene. Playing numerous venues in the state with several prominent Jersey bands and artists; he has even shared the stage with many current and former E Street Band members!
Originally from Carteret, New Jersey, Dan picked up the saxophone at age 9. After mastering several more instruments in high school, he went on to continue his music education at Kean University, studying under Rob Stasolla, Andy Fusco (Buddy Rich) and Walt Weiskopf (Steely Dan).
During the week, Dan can be found teaching music lessons at RMC Studios in Garwood, NJ. |
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Ken Hope - Piano, Organ, Keyboards and Vocals
Multi-instrumentalist Musichope recording artist Kenneth Hope has been composing music since the age of four. Ken's impeccable musical credentials include studies at the Schmidt Conservatory of Music, and studied extensively with Maestro Stahl. (Conductor of the NBC Symphony Orchestra and San Diego Philharmonic Orchestra)
Ken composes and performs on various world instruments in different genres of music, and has sold music worldwide in more than thirty four countries. While recording in world class studios, and performing throughout the country, Ken enjoys the completion of seven CD's, and is currently working on his eighth. Ken performs on numerous instruments including Piano, Native American, Indian Flutes, Irish Whistle, Hammered Dulcimer and Synthesis. |
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Marty Matelli - Drums and Percussion
Marty is the original drummer and founding member of Tramps Like Us back in1989.
Marty has also taught drums and percussion at colleges, as well as private and public music schools. Marty currently has a private teaching practice when not performing or touring with Tramps Like Us.
Marty graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Percussion from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. |
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Scott Bennert - Bass Guitar and Vocals
Bass player extraordinaire!
Scott Bennert is a long-time member of the Jersey Shore music scene with over 20 years experience in Monmouth & Ocean County. Playing in Asbury Park has been a very important part of Scott’s career. His influences include Jaco Pastorius, John Paul Jones, Paul McCartney, & James Jamerson.
As a student at Mason Gross School of the Arts, Scott studied jazz performance and music theory. |
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Anthony Giaccio - Acoustic Guitar, Keyboards & Vocals
Anthony also has played guitar and keyboards in classic rock cover bands throughout The tri-state and attended the Music Conservatory of Westchester where he studied guitar and piano.
Anthony is a Singer/Songwriter working on his third album with his band, The Assortments.
The Assortments recently performed at the Sleepy Hollow Music Festival and the Tarrytown Music Hall where they receive great reviews. Anthony's songs are heavily influenced by Springsteen's songwriting and storytelling ability, so playing with Tramps is a natural fit. |
Tramps Like Us Production Crew |
Jon Malatino |
Sean Casey |
Renée Brinn Williams |
James White |
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Crew Chief
Lighting Director |
Guitar & Keyboard Tech
Lighting |
Production Manager & Coordinator / Public Relations |
Technical Advisor
Video & Live Steaming |
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