Tom Duarte's musical influence comes from the "barber shop" tradition. After a 10 year hiatus, Tom is enjoying his second tour with North Shore Acappella. Tom thought he was out, but by popular demand, we pulled him back in!!!

Paul Lopes - Hailing from Rhode Island, Paul began his musical career as a drummer for both pop and show bands. A quick-witted second tenor who prefers playing to large crowds, Paul is the group's self-proclaimed jack-of-all-trades, a title that includes the rolls of emcee and sound engineer. In fact, even Paul's drumming experience comes into play in the O'Jay's "Casanova", in which he "sings" a complex percussion track through the song.

Jimmy Martin was born in Lynn, MA. His vocal career was inspired by listening to his father's old records. "I fell in love with voices singing harmony the first time I heard them." Imitating such singers as Jackie Wilson, Tony Williams of The Platters, The Drifters and The Temptations has given Jimmy a solid foundation of his own style. Jimmy sang with the rhythm and blues band "World Premier" along with other groups. Jimmy believes that joining North Shore Acappella has given him the chance to elevate his creativity and talent to new heights.

Vinny Straccia grew up in Boston's colorful North End where his love of singing came from listening to records his father would bring home. Vinny sang in his school choir and was also influenced by listening to an older neighborhood group called The Delphonics" singing harmony. Vinny "borrowed" the Delphonics' name and started his own street corner group. He first sang professionally with Bobby Crowley in the four-man soul group The Betterway. In the 1970's Vinny and Bobby formed Breakaway, which quickly became one of New England's premier disco show bands. In 1980 Vinny's baritone became one of the original voices of North Shore Acappella.

Vincent "Jimmy" Caserta a consummate pro with more than 30 years of experience entaininging audiences as a musician/vocalist with some of Boston's finest bands. Included in his recent resume is a stint as drummer with the house band for KISS 108's Matty in the Morning Show. Jimmy's voice can also be heard on the widely popular Karaoke series, Top Hits Monthly, as the featured demonstration vocalist on a number of tracks. Jimmy's superb voice along with his backround as a drummer and Disc Jockey brings a combination of talents to every event.