Eclipse

Pink Floyd Tribute

Eclipse is Long Island’s premier Pink Floyd tribute band, delivering an immersive concert experience that faithfully recreates the sound, emotion, and atmosphere of one of the greatest bands in rock history. Combining world-class musicianship, meticulous attention to sonic detail, and dynamic stage production, Eclipse transports audiences on a journey through Pink Floyd’s legendary catalog — from the haunting textures of Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here to the epic grandeur of The Wall and beyond.
Each member of Eclipse brings decades of professional performance experience, united by a shared passion for honoring the timeless music of Pink Floyd.
Matt Alberici – Lead Vocals & Drums
Matt’s powerful vocals and driving rhythm anchor the band. Best known as the former lead singer of Love Hate Love, an acclaimed Alice in Chains tribute, Matt’s true musical roots lie in Pink Floyd. His journey began in the early 2000s as the lead vocalist for a local Floyd tribute, shaping his signature delivery and emotional connection to the material.
Christian Briggs – Lead Guitar
Originally trained as a jazz guitarist, Chris evolved into Eclipse’s co-lead guitarist, dedicating himself to mastering the iconic tone of David Gilmour. Renowned for his obsessive attention to detail, Chris is widely regarded as one of the closest players to authentically capturing Gilmour’s elusive sound and expressive phrasing.
Doug Friedrich – Lead Guitar & Lap Steel | Band Leader
A lifelong blues guitarist and founder of Eclipse, Doug brings soaring lead work and atmospheric lap steel textures that define the band’s signature sound. Outside of music, Doug is one of Manhattan’s most respected ophthalmologists, performing advanced eye surgery when he’s not commanding the stage.
Diane Marketta – Vocals & Saxophone
Diane is a celebrated voice trainer on Long Island with over 20 years of experience and a background as a jazz vocalist for more than 15 years. A true music scholar, she brings emotional depth, elegance, and authenticity to Eclipse’s vocal harmonies and saxophone passages, capturing the spirit of Pink Floyd’s most iconic performances.
Bill Thorpe – Bass Guitar
With over 30 years of professional experience, Bill delivers the deep, powerful low end that drives Eclipse’s massive sound. Alongside Matt and Chris, Bill was a core member of one of Long Island’s early 2000s Pink Floyd tribute bands, making him a foundational part of the region’s Floyd tribute legacy.
Robert Russell – Keyboards & Stage Production
A veteran of Pink Floyd tribute bands since the early 1990s, Robert has devoted his career to perfecting the legendary keyboard tones of Rick Wright. Widely regarded as one of the finest Pink Floyd keyboard players in the world, Robert also designs and operates Eclipse’s stunning stage production, making him one of the most sought-after production specialists in the tribute scene nationwide.
Eclipse delivers more than a concert — they deliver a complete Pink Floyd experience. From pristine sound replication to immersive visuals and emotional authenticity, Eclipse continues to raise the bar for tribute performances, earning their reputation as Long Island’s premier Pink Floyd tribute band.