Diamond, who is one of the most dynamic live performers in the history of popular music, will highlight material from his new CD, Three Chord Opera, as well as selections from his vast catalog of hits and popular favorites. Neil Diamond's 2001 World Tour will find the artist returning to the classic proscenium stage.

"I'm extremely excited about this new tour," said Neil Diamond. "By reconfiguring our stage set-up, we've added a dynamic new element to the live show that I think the fans are going to love. We've also thrown in a few surprises, including new horn and string sections that will give both the new songs and old favorites more power than ever before. I know that the band and I are going to have a great time, and, as always, we're going to work hard to make sure the fans have just as much fun as we do."

For 35 years, Neil Diamond has been a consummate hit maker. All-time Diamond classics include "Cracklin' Rosie," "You Don't Bring Me Flowers," and "Song Sung Blue" (all #1 hits); "Love On The Rocks," "I Am, I Said," "Cherry, Cherry," "Holly Holy," "Heartlight," "Sweet Caroline," and "Hello Again" (all Top 10); "Kentucky Woman," "Forever In Blue Jeans," "Solitary Man," "September Morn," "Soolaimon," and "Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show." Over his career, Diamond has sold 115 million records while setting box office records at major venues as a live performer around the world.