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| Black Diamond returns to Decatur for a cause |
08.12.2010 |
DECATUR - Theron Denson is well known to Decatur residents as the Black Diamond, the world's only black Neil Dia-mond impersonator and a multiple-time Decatur Celebration attraction.
In Decatur, Denson was able to forge a connection and noto... |
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| Black Diamond |
07.29.2010 |
On Saturday, July 31st, Memphis Redbirds fans will be treated to a pre-fireworks show by Theron Denson, the world’s only African-American Neil Diamond impersonator. Here’s what the man who calls himself “The Black Diamond” has to say about his unu... |
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| Black Diamond offers Neil Diamond tribute at M.T. Loonies |
07.20.2010 |
About 10 years ago, Theron Denson was working at a hotel in West Virginia. He was informed by human resources that he had to stop singing to the guests.
“My first thought was to say, ‘Oh, that’s fine.’ Because I figured it was just a matter ... |
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| The Black Diamond celebrates 10 years of tribute singing |
06.23.2010 |
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- 'Unique' is an often misused word that should be trotted out only for something "existing as the only one or as the sole example."
Submitted for your consideration is something unique: Theron Denson, the world's only Af... |
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| The Black Diamond is Back in Town |
06.21.2010 |
He is so excited -- that he just can't hide it!
We're talking about the Black Diamond, aka Theron Denson.
The Neil Diamond impersonator is back in his hometown of Charleston and will open for the Pointer Sisters this Thursday at the ... |
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| W.Va. Native Brings ‘Black Diamond’ to Town |
06.18.2010 |
A little more than 10 years ago, Theron Denson was hopping from table to table at an Outback Steak House in Charleston, W.Va., saying, "You look like a Neil Diamond fan!" Then he'd proceed to entertain the diners with his versions of Neil Diamond ... |
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| Hotel job firing brings singer opportunity to follow dream |
02.03.2010 |
Ten years ago, Theron Denson was working at the Charleston Marriott dreaming of being a singer.
When he got fired from his job, he took the road less traveled.
I mean so less traveled that he is the world's one and only, black Neil Dia... |
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| Revue Magazine |
01.01.2010 |
While Theron Denson was signing in his West Virginia church, he was told his voice had an uncanny resemblance to Neil Diamond's. However, at the time, the future Black Diamond thought the "Sweet Caroline" singer was a member of his church.
It ... |
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| Charleston's Black Diamond returns home for Empty Glass show |
08.11.2009 |
Theron Denson has two words to say to West Virginia, "Hello Again."
Denson, who's known around the United States as "The Black Diamond," the world's only and best black Neil Diamond tribute act, is back singing that "Sweet Caroline" to the h... |
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| Columbian Theron Denson Hitches A Ride On Star-Strewn Coattails |
07.01.2009 |
“If Neil Diamond ever approaches you and says, ‘Would you like to take a ride on my coattails?’ say ‘Yes! Absolutely!’ ”
Theron Denson offers this advice from experience. Denson has traveled a celebrity’s path in the shadow of the lege... |
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| Black Diamond Experience - Bootlegger Bistro (Las Vegas) |
04.16.2009 |
“The Black Diamond Experience”
Neil Diamond Tribute performed by Theron Denson
Bootlegger Bistro Restaurant ~ April 11, 2009
By Susan Haller
There is a “strange enigma” within the music business, a “st... |
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| Singer a dead ringer for Diamond |
04.09.2009 |
At first, he thought Neil Diamond was just some dude from his church. This was long before he went bowling with Jimmy Kimmel, before "The Jewish Elvis" helped spare him from homelessness once.
Back when he was a kid, singing with the congreg... |
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| A Diamond in the rough: Black Neil winning over nation |
02.27.2006 |
How's this for an unlikely riddle: What do a Jewish kid from Brooklyn and a semi-homeless African-American kid from West Virginia have in common?
They both grew up to sound a heck of a lot like Neil Diamond.
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| Star-studded dream |
12.04.2005 |
Far.
He’s been traveling far. Without a home. But not without a star.
Theron Denson spent the better part of his life searching for a calling. Wandering aimlessly across the country, passing through t... |
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| Black Diamond has one-of-a-kind act |
09.08.2005 |
Theron Denson's husky voice soulfully sails into "Sweet Caroline." As if on cue, the Village People (already surrounding him backstage) don't miss a beat blanketing the Charleston singer's rendition of the Neil Diamond classic in harmony.
Fo... |
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| Close your eyes, and he's Neil |
02.08.2005 |
He could have lived Forever in Blue Jeans instead of sparkly shirts.
But the destiny of this African-American Neil Diamond impersonator couldn't be denied.
As the only black kid in an all-white church, ... |
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| Black Diamond sparkles at 103 East in Buckley |
02.07.2005 |
A large crowd cheered last Saturday night as Theron Denson made a special appearance at the 103 East Bar & Grill in Buckley. Known as the “Black Diamond” because he sounds almost exactly like top performer Neil Diamond, Theron wowed ... |
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| Black Diamond says Neil's fans will love this brother's sound |
02.04.2005 |
"It's Love, Love
Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show
Pack up the babies
Grab the old ladies
Everyone goes
Everyone knows
Brother Love's show"
‹ "Brother Love's Traveling Salvation S... |
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| Hello, again, hello |
01.27.2005 |
Pretty soon, I will be the proud owner of a Black Diamond CD.
Well, my mom will be anyway.
Decatur’s love affair with Theron Denson — a.k.a. The Black Diamond — rubbed off quite easily on the Hoak fam... |
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| Black Cherry, Cherry |
12.04.2004 |
| Four years ago, Theron Denson was fired from a West Virginia hotel for singing Neil Diamond songs too loudly. "The powers that be said I had to stop singing to the guests," he sighs. Walking back to his car, he looked up to the sky and said, "God, it... |
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| `Unreal Neil' is quite a deal |
12.02.2004 |
So you're an 11-year-old black boy growing up in Charleston, W.Va., and every Sunday, you sing hymns in a predominantly white church. Nearly every week, various kindly white women lean over the pew and tell you, "You know, young man, wh... |
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| THE BLACK DIAMOND |
11.18.2003 |
Once flat broke and homeless, Theron Denson put himself on the road to stardom by reproducing the style of legendary crooner Neil Diamond – and calling himself Black Diamond!
“People get the most perplexed looks on thei... |
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| Decatur (IL) Celebration Festival |
07.22.2003 |
EDITOR'S NOTE: This is one in a series of articles previewing artists performing at this year's Decatur Celebration, Aug. 1-3.
As his fame and reputation build, Theron Denson finds himself answering one question on a reg... |
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| Now He's a Believer |
06.19.2003 |
Neil Diamond's voice delivered a homeless man from the streets of Washington, D.C.
Lacking a job and a place to live, the only thing Theron Denson had going for him was his uncanny vocal resemblance to a sequined icon.... |
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| 'The Black Diamond' to perform at Calamity |
02.28.2003 |
A local college hangout is to present a one-of-a-kind rock this weekend for students' entertainment pleasure.
Calamity Café is to feature "The Black Diamond," AKA Theron Denson, in concert 10 p.m. Saturday, March 1. The cover charge is $3... |
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| Sweet Cafe Caroline |
02.27.2003 |
The Calamity Cafe,1555 3rd Ave., Huntington,WV, always leaves the light on for cool eclectic entertainers, and this Saturday is no exception.
Theron Denson of Charleston has carved out a niche as the Black Diamond, perhap... |
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| Capital City News |
01.03.2003 |
I went out for a little post-Thanksgiving boozing at the Empty Glass and saw my favorite little piece of Las Vegas in Charleston, the Black Diamond. FYI: You can buy Black Diamond sweatshirts at Showcase WV (Town Center Mall). I love the BD; he’s ... |
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| A Diamond Studded New Year's |
12.31.2002 |
But few people are acquainted with Diamond's trusty fan base like Theron Denson, a 38-year-old West Virginia singer who goes by the stage name Black Diamond.
Denson became a full-time Neil Diamond impersonator three years ago at a time when ... |
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| Get ready for a Diamond-studded Labor Day |
08.29.2002 |
CHARLESTON -- If you think it’s hard to be a prophet in your hometown, try being a black man living in West Virginia and making a living as a Neil Diamond impersonator.
But Charleston resident Theron Denson, 38, who has... |
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| Black Diamond Sparkles |
11.01.2001 |
The voice on stage is definitely Neil Diamond's signature sound. His power ballads are blaring from the speakers, and the performer is covered in sequins. The occasional woman's undergarment is hurled at the stage. There is only one dif... |
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| Star-studded Benefit a Success |
10.22.2001 |
WOW! That’s an understatement if there ever was one but Saturday night’s benefit show, “Rebuild West Virginia/Rebuild America”, defies description.
Sandra Cole from Channel 13 welcomed everyone and was hostess for the... |
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| This Diamond Is A True Gem |
10.19.2001 |
This Diamond Is a True Gem
Neil Diamond Sound-alike Wows Crowds and Fellow Optimists
It was supposed to be just another gig for Theron Denson. Denson, known as
the Black Diamond for his dead-on impres... |
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| Niche: A weekly peek at an emerging artist |
05.27.2001 |
Some people point to the platypus as proof that God has a sense of humor. Theron Denson points to himself.
Not that he’s ungrateful for his gift. It’s just that it’s so - unusual.
"You don’t have to t... |
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| Marchal, Friends Outdo Themselves |
12.07.2000 |
The following is taken from an article that featured The Black Diamond Show. We have included only those paragraphs that reference The Black Diamond Show.
"Cher. Black Diamond. Billy Ray Cyrus. Tevye. Where do you find ... |
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| WV Beacon Digest Article - June 9, 1999 |
11.11.2000 |
| "City Man's Musical Stylings Raise More Than A Few Eyebrows" is available in Adobe .PDF format by clicking here. |
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| Graffiti Magazine - July, 2000 |
11.11.2000 |
| "Theron Denson: WV Neil Diamond Impersonator Dreams of Vegas and Beyond" is available in Adobe .PDF format by clicking here. |
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| State Journal - June 26, 2000 |
11.11.2000 |
| "The Black Diamond Makes Headlines on Charleston Music Scene" is available in Adobe .PDF format by clicking here. |
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| Charleston Gazette - December 12, 1998 |
11.11.2000 |
| "Diamond In The Rough" is available in Adobe .PDF format by clicking here. |
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