Welcome to the Damn The Torpedoes web page.

DTT is a Central New Jersey based tribute band that focuses primarily on offering tribute to the music of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. 

DTT formed in the Fall of 2007 as a vision of singer/songwriter Rich Kubicz.  The group is rounded out by some of the tri-state area’s top musicians; Saul Abrams (Bass and backing vocals), John Brite (Lead Guitar and vocals) , Mark Haughton (Drums and backing vocals) and Derek Fairclough (Keyboards, Harmonica and backing vocals).   The group’s awe inspiring performances recently garnered the attention of large New York venues such as B.B. Kings in the heart of Times Square NYC, New Jersey based music webzine Let's Rock America and Blank-Fest NJIII.

DTT is the East Coast’s answer to Tom Petty Tributes.  Every performance is true to the spirit and essence of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.  Rich has the TP look and sound. The group pride themselves on utilizing the same equipment as the Heartbreakers just so as not to leave any stone unturned.

Patrons attending a DTT show will be assured of an incredible experience.  In addition, venues hosting DTT can be assured that they will receive a top level act with a respectable following.

DTT has recently added “non-Petty” material to their song lists as well and will soon be covering other classic rock hits simply under the name The Torpedoes.