DUMMY STRIKES SYNTH-POP GOLD WITH "SUDDENLY"

Everyone knows that in order to “break through” in the music industry, musicians have to authentically distinguish themselves in a way that’s impossible to ignore. Enter the New Jersey synth-pop band, DUMMY. The group, formed in 2019, recently released their first single “Suddenly” which has already racked up 51,800 streams on Spotify ... a count that’s increasing every day. What’...

Kelli Faith Announces A New Era With Latest Single “Can’t Get Enough”

NJ singer-songwriter Kelli Faith has been performing and writing music for quite some time now but is ready to reintroduce herself! Her latest single “Can’t Get Enough” is the start of a new artistic era that’s sure to be exciting and personal! We chatted with Kelli about her new single, musical journey and where her music is headed next!

Kenny Bieber, Host

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WOMEN WHO ROCK with MADYSIN HATTER, DANO & JENNY CAT

Our fourth installment of APV's "Women Who Rock" podcast series had us in a wonderful conversation with musical artists Madysin Hatter, DANO and Jenny Cat. These three women were the "Triple Crown" panel for a podcast about those making an impact on the music industry in very creative and innovative ways.

Madysin talks about what it's like to balance mot...

Catching Up With Jack Daley

We had the opportunity to chat with Jack Daley - Professional Cool Fella, and an in-demand bass player. ?He has played the thud-staff for some of the most famous and talented artists of our generation.

We talk about playing the bass, touring the world with Lenny Kravitz, and playing with Bruce Springsteen on Saturday Night Live. ?

Jack Daley is a world-class bassist, studio musician, record producer, mixer ...

GLOSS ARE SHINING BRIGHTLY AS EMERGING TALENT

Philly-based R&B/Funk-inspired band Gloss are emerging as vibrant and unique talents within the local music community! Having just released their debut EP Entwined, the group discuss their inspirations, collaboration style, and the unique challenges and rewards of being a band in quarantine. Listen below to hear more about why you should be listening to this infectious, dynamic and e...

BLAISE ... A MUSICAL TALENT WHO IS HERE TO "STAY"

For Asbury Park-based Pop artist Blaise, there’s art in everything. With the release of his new single “Stay” and two upcoming records, a new era of artistry for Blaise is arriving. We sat down and chatted about the new song, the possibilities of the new direction and the importance of creating art that’s honest and matters to you. Listen below to hear our full conversation!

K...

WOMEN WHO ROCK with KELLI BRUNO

Kelli Bruno keeps the beat in both her personal and professional life as a musician! While she’s been a veteran of the Jersey scene for quite some time now, Kelli has also been using her music to help those in need during these challenging times! Listen below to learn about Kelli’s evolution as an artist, her current journey and the art of balancing both sides of her sound!

Hosts - Diane DiMemmo & ...

Brianna Musco Is Moving Forward With Latest Single

Rising NJ singer-songwriter Brianna Musco is continuing to move forward! With the release of her latest single “My Only Pretty Thing”, ?her artistry is evolving into a brand new direction. We caught up with Brianna to discuss her new single, upcoming plans and what the future of her music is going to look like, listen below!?

Host - Kenny Bieber

Guest - Brianna Musco

Opening podcast mu...

WOMEN WHO ROCK with ZOUZOU MANSOUR, DEBRA DEVI, & LINDSAY SANCHEZ

Our third episode of the "Women Who Rock" series brought together fellow female rockers ZouZou Mansour (of the band Soraia), singer/songwriter/guitarist Debra Devi, and punk rock vocalist Lindsay Sanchez (of the band Emergencies).

These incredible musicians inspired us with the large number of projects they all achieved during the past year in lockdown. Fro...

Women Who Rock with Jackie June & Natalie Farrell

What a wonderfully endearing, honest, and fun conversation we had for the second installment of our "Women Who Rock" series! Journalist Kenny Bieber & Diane DiMemmo were joined by Asbury Park musicians Jackie June and Natalie Farrell. Their love for the Asbury Park music scene, as well as their fellow musicians, was ?discussed at length. This community truly is such a...

Asbury Park Vibes - Jack "Hinge" Pitzer

Jack "Hinge" Pitzer has been a driving force in the Asbury Park music scene for many years. ?As a guitar monster or soundman extraordinaire, anyone who has experienced live music in AP most likely has heard his handiwork.

Like many of the people you meet, there is a fantastic story of how Jack got to where he is today. ?Perhaps a redemption, or more of a realization, Jack Pitzer...

Exploring the World of David Ross Lawn

David Ross Lawn is a man of many talents and we at APV were grateful to catch up with him to discuss it all! From his photography, modeling, composing and performing ... David is always looking to craft the ultimate form of expression in the most authentic terms possible. Listen below to hear David discuss his latest release Nocturnes and his current creative process as well!

Kenny Bieber, Host

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Chatting with Joshua Van Ness

Joshua Van Ness is a busy guy, believe us! From gigging as a sole musician to contributing to Asbury Park established groups The Foes of Fern, Natalie Farrell and The Wag, Van Ness has found a way to thrive and stay prosperous despite current circumstances, Listen below to hear how Van Ness has progressed his songwriting and performing and found a way to keep it all going during these challenging times!

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Asbury Park Vibes - Women Who Rock - with Caroline Davidson, Kimmi Heart & Sara Bruno

In our first installment of the "Women Who Rock" series APV is joined by Caroline Davidson, Kimmi Heart, and Sara Bruno.

Caroline Davidson is a poet and musician who has been pumping out some gorgeous, haunting singles – most recently “Tightrope” and “Doomed Cities” - under the name Ghost Harbor Music. She is also the founder of Ghost Ha...

GETTIN TO KNOW KILLIN ME KID

APV recently had the opportunity to review the first two single releases from Killin Me Kid’s debut album Slightly Confused and Vaguely Amused. If you had the chance to read our review, then you know we love these guys. With the release of the album being March 5th, we were eager to get the chance to speak with them and we’re glad that we did.

Over the hour plus long conversation, we really got to learn a...

THE VIGILANTE COWBOYS AND THE FIGHT TO SAVE YOUR MUSIC SOUL

Boiling up from the New York and New Jersey music scene from the 1980s there is no way this group of musicians could not have met to form this band.

Here we dive into any number of rabbit Holes

- Guitars and amps

- NYC/NJ clubs of the 1980s

- Hoping that the audience doesn't mistake the band for a much younger band's parents.

- The NY/NJ scene

- NJ food of the 1980s

-Gas p...

JEFF HOWARD FINDS HIS MUSICAL PASSION IN THE UKULELE

Jeff Howard grew up loving music and much of his spare time during his college years was spent hanging out in the CT music scene, especially the punk-rock and emo clubs. “I loved bands like New Found Glory, Jimmy Eat World, Saves the Day. I loved them back then and still love them to this day,” said Howard during a recent interview.

Spending time raising a family has kept Howard bu...

THE MIDNIGHT DEVILS & THE MYSTIQUE OF ROCK 'N' ROLL

Just when you thought glam rock had taken a back seat to other genres (or has actually “died” as iconic KISS frontman Gene Simmons said), you find a heart-pounding, JAM-tastic, GLAM-orous band like The Midnight Devils. Hailing from frosty Lincoln, NE and Chicago, IL ... Sam Spade (vocals, guitar), Chris ‘Sniper’ Hineline (guitar) and Jimmy Mess (drums) regularly heat up...

A CHILL CONVERSATION WITH ANDY B & THE WORLD

In this latest episode of the Asbury Park Vibes Podcast, we have an entertaining discussion with our new friend Andy B and get to hear all about his truly inspiring project...Andy B & the World. With years spent playing with UK bands such as Fandangle, New Riot and Upbeat Allstars, Andy has built an impressive network of musical colleagues. He had been working up an idea for a col...