Annual JSJBF Live Music Events
Each year the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation present a number of annual re-occurring live music events throughout the Jersey shore area.
- JAN 18-22: International Blues Challenge (IBC)
- APRIL 24th: Harpin’ Help
- APRIL 29th: Get Out Of Town Party
- MAY 15th: Band Together for Veterans
- JUNE, JULY, AUGUST: Sunday Night Concert Series in Long Branch
- AUGUST: The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Festival in Long Branch
- OCTOBER: JSJBF New Jersey Blues Challenge (winner goes to IBC)
- DECEMBER: Holiday Party Fundraiser and the annual Guitar Raffle.
Monthly JSJBF Live Music Events
We also present some monthly events such as:
- Monthly jazz & blues concert series in Red Bank – Reckless Steamy Nights
- Youth Open Mic Nights in Red Bank – Mark LaRochelle Youth Open Mic
- Monthly JAM Sessions at the Colts Neck Inn – CNI JSJFB Monthly Jam
- Jazz @ The Chubby Pickle – Jazz Café
- Blues @ The Chubby Pickle – Blue Collar Blues
Regina Bonelli Heats Up A Cool Night At Reckless
Regina Bonelli and her stellar band rocked Red Bank’s Reckless Steamy Nights with incredible vocals and fiery blues! Read the full recap and see what you missed.
Spyro Gyra’s Amazing Run
Jay Sweet article: Spyro Gyra founder Jay Beckenstein shares how 50+ years of touring, musical meritocracy, and a blend of jazz, R&B, and Latin sounds keep the band timeless.
Two Trains: A Shining Moment For Dave Keyes
CD review of Dave Keyes’s Two Trains. A deeply personal and masterful collection of Blues and Roots music, featuring top-notch musicianship and powerful vocals.
Rock and Roll Road Trip: Musician James Mastro Debuts “The Passenger” Photo Exhibit
Danny Colman article: Guitarist James Mastro (Robert Plant, Ian Hunter) showcases his road trip photography in “The Passenger” exhibit. See his “Cliff Notes” from touring life.
Dave Fields Blues Rock Experience at the Pickle
Read the review of the Dave Fields Blues Rock Experience at the Pickle, featuring his powerhouse trio, special guest vocalists, and a stunning mix of blues-rock genres.
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