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Holmdel-raised Matt “Fern” Fernicola and his creative partner in crime, Joe “Pom” Pomarico have been a fixture on the Asbury...

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DREAM ETERNAL BLISS – Franklin Lakes, NJ As the task of finding good hard rock bands in North Jersey...

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The mighty Vansaders mellow with their outstanding new acoustic LP, “Standstill.” One of the things that founding Vansaders singer-songwriter-guitarist...

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CHAPLIN THE KID – Bear, Del. Now, I know these guys aren’t from North Jersey, but they will be...

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Cook Thugless turn inward on their fourth studio LP, “Luxe.” Cook Thugless always have been a fascinating fusion...

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Our Fears – Facing Your Fears

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A four-piece hard rock meets metal outfit, Our Fears are climbing the music ladder. Following a transplant from New...

North Jersey Notes – Little Vicious

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LITTLE VICIOUS – Asbury Park, NJ I found this amazing power trio out of Asbury Park, N.J. who call...

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