Eddie Bruce is a natural performer – he always has been! Whether he’s getting raves in reviews (“Eddie Bruce Triumphs”) or compliments from clients “(Thank you for making it the best night of our lives!”), nothing makes Eddie happier than pleasing a crowd.
   From being a singer performing in a club to a top bandleader at a party or event, from being a seasoned television personality to an experienced radio talk-show host, Eddie Bruce combines all his experiences and wraps them in a glorious package of a consummate entertainer who instantly engages audiences. And, it’s probably singing and bringing great music to life that fulfills him the most. Whether it’s a song made popular by such composers as Sammy Cahn or Johnny Mercer or by such legendary singers as Tony Bennett or Anthony Newley, Eddie knows how to perform it with style and meaning.
   In addition to Eddie’s private party and corporate engagements, Eddie was very busy in 2009 performing in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York. He was honored to break the box office record at Morgan’s Cabaret in Philadelphia’s famed Prince Music Theater with his tribute show to Tony Bennett. He has followed that with more cheers from fans and reviewers at the Metropolitan Room in New York City and looks forward to starting 2010 with an engagement at Feinstein’s, the posh supper club in New York.
   Bruce’s newest recording, “Bruce on Bennett,” was released in February, 2009 with great reviews – from Roy Sanders’ bistroawards.com review “CD is wonderful” to Philadelphia’s most respected pop music critic, Jonathan Takiff of the Philadelphia Daily News, saying … “Eddie Bruce calls his new CD and cabaret show ‘Bruce on Bennett.’ But having heard the disc, ‘Bruce IS Bennett’ might be more appropriate.” Mark Fox, the president of the International Tony Bennett Appreciation Society reviewed it with great respect. He said, “Everything … vocals, accompaniment, song choices – is just right! Loved ‘Old Devil Moon’, with a nod to Tony’s lung bursting ‘….looooooove…’ which I think he held even longer!”
   Performing cabaret for the past ten years, Eddie has been seen at Bally’s in Atlantic City, Odette’s in New Hope and in New York at 88’s, The Supper Club and Danny’s. Another cabaret show he is proud to present is “Newley Discovered,” his tribute to the legendary composer, singer Anthony Newley. Re-inventing this show, when he performed it earlier in 2000, it was called “A winner on all counts” by Backstage. His first CD “We’ll Never Say Goodbye” is another favorite of his fans.
   Being on television frequently as a young performer, Eddie has always been comfortable in broadcast media. He is very proud that fans still stop him to talk about “Dancin’ on Air”, the 1980’s hit television show where he served as the original host. For eight years, he was a talk show host on Philadelphia’s radio station, WWDB-FM. For more than 25 years, Eddie Bruce has been performing his unique repertoire of music that ranges from Top 40, R & B, Disco and house music to Swing and Sinatra. His interest in music began when he was a child, and he has never wavered from this passion. He has blended his natural entrepreneurial skills with his love of music and created one of the most successful orchestras in the region and one of the best reputations as a much sought-after performer. Whether he’s entertaining a group of 50 or 500, there’s no one better as the leader of an orchestra that entertains at social and corporate events. A regular at Caesar’s in Atlantic City, the Eddie Bruce Orchestra has also performed at Bally’s Park Place, the Etess Arena of Trump Taj Mahal as well as such major events as the prestigious Grand Gala Opening of the Kimmel Center for The Performing Arts in Philadelphia.
   Born in Philadelphia, Bruce began his professional career as a child performing on television talent shows, in local theater, and events throughout the city. He remembers fondly his many appearances on the “Al Albert’s Showcase,” appearing on the first show broadcast from WKBS-TV, Channel 48 and then continuing as a regular when it moved to the ABC affiliate, WPVI-TV, Channel 6. As a member of the Al Alberts’ Showstoppers, a regularly appearing group of local teens, Bruce made frequent appearances on the show and sang many duets with the host Al Alberts, an original member of The Four Aces. He also sang on The Ted Mack Original Amateur Hour at the Ed Sullivan Studio in New York.
   After attending Temple University’s Radio, Television, and Film program, he formed his own band, “Compass,” performing up and down the east coast from New York to Florida and west to Ohio and Michigan. With “Compass,” he made his first recording “Spring of My Life.” Following this, he came back to Philly and began what he thought was a short stint singing with a friend’s wedding band. Thirty two years later, he’s still doing it but now with the Eddie Bruce Orchestra. Throughout this time period, he had a major impact on the art of making music at weddings and parties that is still felt by the industry today.
   With a heart as big as the sounds that emanate from his orchestra, Eddie has always been involved in community efforts, lending his talent and compassion to enhance many charitable events. In 2009, he was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Variety: The Children’s Charity for his years of dedication and commitment to the children they serve. He has also worked with The Eagles Fly For Leukemia, Golden Slipper, The Breast Health Institute and The Chef Aid Gala for Manna among many others.