Pure McCartney
Some of the Jersey Shore’s best musicians join to honor Sir Paul McCartney
Tickets: $15 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $20 at the door
Asbury Park Santa Run After Party featuring Shady Street Show Band: Holiday Edition
NOTE: Proof of COVID-19 vaccine or negative test within 72 hours required for entry
The Shady Street Show Band: Holiday Edition features Shayne DeSena (lead vocals), Ryan Gregg (vocals/keys), Zac Silva (guitar), Chris Russo (drums), Brian Gearty (bass guitar), Roshane Karunaratne (keys), Denis Daley (tenor/baritone sax), Ian Gray (trombone/musical director)
Free for runners with wristband, $10 cash for non-runners
Christine Martucci and The Band of Love
with Josh Zuckerman
$20 plus applicable surcharges
The Soul Cruisers return to the Wonder Bar for a special holiday show which starts off Debbie’s birthday weekend to benefit the animals
$25 plus applicable surcharges
Special Disco Dance Night to Benefit Asbury Boardwalk Rescue
Join Rico Rivera as the Wonder Bar welcomes The Discoteks and special guest host Felipe Rose, the original native character of The Village People
Proof of vaccination or proof of 72-hour negative Covid test required
$25 for general admission, tables will be sold at $35 per person (must be a complete table)
Lifelong friends and deep-north natives, Michigan Rattlers play heavy-hearted folk-rock with an aching dose of Midwestern nice. Graham Young (lead vocals/guitar), Adam Reed (vocals/upright bass), Christian Wilder (vocals/piano) and Tony Audia (drums) began writing music and performing together in their Northern Michigan high school. They regularly played every bar, cafe and stage in town, developing a musical chemistry informed by the likes of AC/DC, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bob Seger and more.
After a few years apart, Reed and Young settled down in Los Angeles, recorded a short demo, and began laying locally. The demo found its way in the hands of super-producer Johnny K, and they cut the bulk of their first EP at NRG studios in just one day. This self-titled Michigan Rattlers EP attracted glowing reviews from No Depression, Bluegrass Situation, Relix, Glide, Grammy.com and more. Rolling Stone named the band one of their “Ten New Country Artists You Need To Know.” In 2018, following a massive summer tour that included stops at Bonnaroo, Firefly and Electric Forest; the band released their highly anticipated debut full length album, Evergreen, and added pianist Christian Wilder and drummer Tony Audia to their lineup. The Michigan Rattlers are currently in the studio recording their second full length album in between tour dates.
$12 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $15 at the door
E Street Shuffle
Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band
$20 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $25 at the door
What a Wonderful Year
What A Wonderful Year features more than 20 local musical acts performing on two stages over two nights celebrating Asbury Park’s diverse, collaborative and supportive live music community. Now in its 5th year, Asbury Park’s annual after party includes unique guest collaborations, including the return of Shady Street Show Band and Des & the Swagmatics performing as one mega-band! A portion of the proceeds will support the local non-profits, Asbury Park African-American Music Project (www.asburyamp.org) and the Asbury Park Dinner Table (www.asburyparkdinnertable.org). Full line up and additional details will be posted at https://www.instagram.com/wonderfulyear_ap/ and https://www.facebook.com/WonderfulYearAP.
Wednesday:
Shady Street Show Band & Des & the Swagmatics
Dentist
Mercury Brothers
Bobby Mahoney and the Seventh Son
Fake Pockets
Natalie Farrell
Chill Smith
Heather Hills
S0ulfood
Dano
$17 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $22 at the door, $30 two-day discounted tickets (limited to 40 tickets)
What a Wonderful Year
What A Wonderful Year features more than 20 local musical acts performing on two stages over two nights celebrating Asbury Park’s diverse, collaborative and supportive live music community. Now in its 5th year, Asbury Park’s annual after party includes unique guest collaborations, including the return of Shady Street Show Band and Des & the Swagmatics performing as one mega-band! A portion of the proceeds will support the local non-profits, Asbury Park African-American Music Project (www.asburyamp.org) and the Asbury Park Dinner Table (www.asburyparkdinnertable.org). Full line up and additional details will be posted at https://www.instagram.com/wonderfulyear_ap/ and https://www.facebook.com/WonderfulYearAP.
Thursday:
The Foes of Fern
Alexander Simone & Whodat?
Jarod Clemons & the Late Nights
The Extensions
Flexiglass
Mister Tickle Hands
Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise
Renee Maskin
Jeff Linden
Dracula Kitty
$17 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $22 at the door, $30 two-day discounted tickets (limited to 40 tickets)
Eddie Testa Band
Ring in the New Year with the Jersey Shore’s première good time rock ‘n’ roll dance band! Eddie Testa will bring the party with two long sets of his signature R&B and classic Asbury favorites.
$35 early entry at 8 pm includes Chicken Town buffet and 1 complimentary drink ticket
$25 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $30 at the door, $35 early entry
Jarod Clemons & The Late Nights
Clarence Clemons Day Celebration
Jan. 11 is Clarence Clemons Day in New Jersey
Jarod Clemons and his band pay a very special birthday tribute to his father performing songs by The Big Man in celebration of New Jersey’s Clarence Clemons Day. Join us for an evening to honor the life and music of The Big Man.
Jarod Clemons, youngest son of Clarence, has burst on the to the Asbury Park music scene with a passion for rock and blues. Combined with his compelling original music and emotional stage presence Jarod and his band always deliver an exciting live show!
Doors 7 pm
Show 8 pm
$17 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $20 at the door
ALMOST U2
“The Ultimate U2 Tribute”
$17 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $20 at the door
Motherfolk
with Texas King
Serious songs from goofy people. That’s what you can expect from diverse, Midwest indie-rockers, Motherfolk. What started out as a writing project among two college friends turned into a fully realized band untethered to genres, with an endlessly bright future.
Composed of Bobby Paver and Nathan Dickerson on vocals and guitar, bassist Clayton Allender, drummer Ethan Wescott, and Karlie Dickerson on keys Motherfolk are not only bandmates, but best friends. The band’s close-knit relationship allows each member to be their most authentic self, leaving every ounce of their souls to be poured into each song and high-energy performance.
Despite their light-hearted, groovy-rock sound Motherfolk is dedicated to creating a much deeper connection with their fans. They don’t shy away from the taboo, taking on heavy topics with a light heart. The results provide us with music you can dance to, whose impact is felt long after the song has ended.
The band’s quirky friendship and social media posts originally drew fans in, but their connection to the music kept those fans around. Since their formation Motherfolk has been on a steady upward trajectory, amassing well over 5 million Spotify streams on their three studio albums and selling out shows while touring heavily across the United States.
$15 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $18 at the door