The Big Easy Rolls into Reckless

Read our review of The Big Easy’s spectacular debut at Reckless Steamy Nights, featuring Lee Sanderson’s NOLA-inspired setlist, from Dr …
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French Quarter Fest, Music and so Much More

While Jazz Fest gets the global glory, we discovered that French Quarter Fest is the city’s best-kept secret, offering four …
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Alastair Greene: From George Thorogood to the Lizzie Rose

Danny Coleman sits down with guitar virtuoso Alastair Greene to discuss his raw new EP Live in Sin City and …
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Music Lovers Support Harpin Help 2026

A perfect spring day at Bar A saw the Jersey Shore music community unite for the 28th annual Harpin’ Help, …
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 Eliza Neals Stirs Up Some Thunder In The House

Discover Eliza Neals’ latest album, Thunder In The House. Read our review of this powerful thirteenth release featuring sultry slow …
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Selwyn Birchwood’s Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues

Selwyn Birchwood talks “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues” and honest songwriting in this interview by Danny Coleman …
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Sonny Kenn, His Art & Music Comes Home to Red Bank

Sonny Kenn held a captivating performance that weaves together his legendary blues-rock guitar work and a lifelong passion for fine …
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An Acoustic Evening with The O’Rees At Reckless

Matt and Eryn O’Ree, the “First Couple of the Jersey Shore Music Scene,” brought their intimate “Concerts on the Couch” …
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Martin Wind

In this interview by Jay Sweet, German-born bassist and composer Martin Wind reflects on his latest album September and upcoming …
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Win a Gibson Les Paul: The 2026 JSJBF Guitar Raffle

Support the Jersey Shore jazz and blues scene and enter for a chance to win a legendary Gibson Les Paul …
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Just Stay Live – The Alexis P. Suter Band

Celebrate 35 years of soulful excellence with Alexis P. Suter’s ninth release, a powerhouse live recording featuring legendary keyboardist Garth …
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Lil’ Jimmy Reed Meets the Sweet Academy Youth

In this review, Charlie Apicella shares how Sweet Music Academy students met and learned from blues legend Lil’ Jimmy Reed …
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Fourth Wave Fest: Amplifying Women in Music & Survivors

Carlotta Schmidt reviews the 2026 Fourth Wave Fest, a powerful event celebrating women in music while raising awareness and support …
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Jersey’s Own: Jake Thistle Takes on American Idol

Paramus NJ native Jake Thistle sits down with Danny Coleman to discuss his “American Idol” journey, recording with a live …
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Steve Bryant’s Red 123 Plays Pat Metheny

Steve Bryant’s Red 123 delivered a masterful Pat Metheny tribute at the Belmar Arts Center, showcasing the iconic guitarist’s jazz …
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