Makin Waves with Dogs in a Pile: Nothin’ Left to Do, But Smile… Bob Makin October 12, 2021 Columns, Makin' Waves To the joy of their many fans up and down the East Coast, Asbury Park-based jam outfit Dogs in a Pile have been refueling their tour schedule now that most of the band are done with prestigious music... Read More...
SPOTLIGHT: Kim Petras Might Be More Excited Than Us to Bring the ‘Future’ to NJ Debra Kate Schafer October 6, 2021 Concert Calendar, Goings-On When you think of fun, vivacious, unique, and striking places in New Jersey, there's a good chance you think of either 1) Asbury Park or 2) Atlantic City. When you think of fun, vivacious, unique, and strik... Read More...
Quicksand Move Forward, But Still Connect to Their Roots Jon Coen September 24, 2021 Buzz, Features There are two things currently tied for the top spot of what we are most excited about this week, but, ironically, both are based around our favorite NYC hardcore group. That's right, Quicksand not only has a ... Read More...
Sea.Hear.Now 2021 – A Day One Deep Dive L. Taylor Adzima September 22, 2021 Buzz, Features The shores of Asbury Park and its symbolic boardwalk are known for their delectable treats from small business, the cranking waves offshore, and crowds of everyone from artsy locals and enthralled bennies to s... Read More...
Makin Waves with The Foes of Fern: ‘So Much Fun’ Bob Makin September 16, 2021 Columns, Makin' Waves Holmdel-raised Matt “Fern” Fernicola and his creative partner in crime, Joe “Pom” Pomarico have been a fixture on the Asbury Park music scene since 2015 with the Berklee College of Music-originated Airacuda, a... Read More...
It’s All About Jersey – Sad Summer Fest at Stone Pony Summer Stage / September 3, 2021 L. Taylor Adzima September 8, 2021 Concerts, Features, Interviews, Reviews While the word 'punk' isn't often synonymous with terms like gratitude, inclusion, safety, and beauty, in the 'pop punk' world, it absolutely is. All of that and more is what this community and their respectiv... Read More...
Bouncing Souls – Even More Stoked Than Usual Jon Coen August 30, 2021 Buzz, Features After the pandemic, the Bouncing Souls return to the community that rallies around them at the Stone Pony Summerstage. Bouncing Souls founding member and bassist Bryan Kienlen has had plenty to keep him... Read More...
Flashing Back & Gearing Up For Dropkick Murphys’ Return Debra Kate Schafer August 20, 2021 Buzz, Features A good 'ol Flashback Friday wouldn't be complete with us reminiscing over some truly memorable interview moments. With our friends, Dropkick Murphys, coming around next week, it feels like the perfect time to ... Read More...
Makin Waves with Tom Kanach Bob Makin August 9, 2021 Columns, Makin' Waves The only live music act on the bill for the DJ-centric “Welcome Home Matt Pinfield” on August 14 at The Saint in Asbury Park, Tom Kanach is a deeply talented and equally respected veteran rocker. His potpourri... Read More...
PREMIERE: Idle Wave’s Perfectly Timed “Summer Split” Alongside Nameling Debra Kate Schafer August 4, 2021 Buzz, Features New Jersey often splits things in half; arguments (Taylor ham or pork roll?), beloved storylines (The Sopranos vs. The Many Saints of Newark), and even the state itself (North and South) – just to name a few. ... Read More...
