ABOUT TRAMPS LIKE US

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

"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.

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.

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.

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.

Anthony Giaccio -
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.