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Scott RAYMOND "Coop"er

Coop is the driving force that allows the band to perform many artists that others are unable to do. His range is one that is gifted and produces a stage presence where everyone becomes part of the show. Coop is a RI native with over 35yrs in the music business. Some of his projects: Stormbringer (Deep Purple Tribute), Arena (Arena Rock Show tribute), Vinyl, Rat Salad (Black Sabbath Tribute), Lip Service, One Wild Night (Bon Jovi Tribute), Fat Angus (AC/DC Tribute), Bad Boys (Whitesnake Tribute). He as well opened up for National Artists such as, Extreme, Molly Hatchet, Brittany Fox, Enough Z Nuff, etc. to name a few. Coop has also performed on the theatre stage as "Judas of Iscariot" in off Broadway Jesus Christ Superstar. No matter what the venue is, you can be assured that every note will be captured to it's fullest at every event!

Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson comes from the music city of Boston Ma. He brings over 30yrs of experience in the music field throughout New England. He has played in one of Boston's top cover acts, Dawghouse for 15yrs, and recently has performed in Iron Maiden Tribute band, "Maiden New England". He is well known for his top notch playing ability and showmanship. Be assured, Brian is a main focus point on what all BITD members strive for........

TJ Nowicki

Founder and leader of Back In The Day, T.J. is a seasoned keyboardist since the age of 6. Influenced in Jazz and Classical at a very young age, TJ began performing professionally since the age of 16. He has performed with many popular acts such as: BRAT, Chaser, Billy and the Kids, 911, and Back2Back. For the past 18 years, his main style has been in R&B and Funk. Growing up and being influenced from the likes of Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman, and Steve Walsh, he now is looking forward to returning back to his roots of the Rock N' Roll. Along with his versitile playing, his vocal capabilities is a major compliment to the band.

Amos Sanfilippo

Hailing from the West Midlands in the UK, Amos has shared the stage with some big named musicians from Bill Ward, Ray Gillen, Mike Inez, Eric Singer and Eric Martin. Amos was a member of the LA based band London with Nadir D'Priest, during their hey-dey on the Sunset Strip. Upon moving to the East Coast Amos became the the guitarist for the #1 Van Halen tribute called Diver Down. Amos is also the touring guitarist for Eric Martin of the mega band MR. BIG. Amos has also performed in other tribute bands such as Foreigners Journey (Foreigner/Journey tribute), Bad Boys (Whitesnake Tribute), Arena (Arena Rock Show tribute), Lip Service & Funk Side (R&B tribute). Amos also writes and produces his own original project Tribal Soul.

Tom Walason

Tom is a 35+ year veteran in the music scene in the New England Area. Performing over the years with bands like HOSTAGE, Touch, Trendkill (Touring Pantara Tribute Band), Holy Diver, Metal 101, Fatal Portrait. Rock is his main music playing, but performs all variety when needed. Stage presence is one that will see how he is such an entertaining Bassist along with his playing ability.

NicCo Sanfilippo

Nicco is a young seasoned and schooled drummer who hails from NYC where he attended college for music. He is the son of guitarist Amos Sanfilippo and has toured with him in a Van Halen tribute Diver Down throughout the east coast. Since 2019, Nicco has travelled with BITD throughout the world on NCL and Royal Caribbean Ships. His drumming abilities is what drives the band weather in the theatre or any venue on the ships. Nicco also steps in at a moments notice locally to perform at any venue.

TJ

COOP

Amos

Brian

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