ASBURY PARK VIBES PODCAST

One hour just didn’t seem long enough to chat with accomplished drummer, touring musician, author, teacher, percussion coach and session player - Rich Scannella . A friend of Diane’s from their high school band and orchestra ... they recently re-connected at Musikfest where Rich was performing with the band Tonic .  During our conversation, Rich shared stories, advice, and lessons he learned from...

Today, we met Cindy Stagoff (of Outpost in the Burbs and NJArts.net), who is producing a fundraiser for Outpost in the Burbs. Lenny Kaye & Friends / Tammy Faye Starlite (co-bill) Fundraiser for NJArts.net held in partnership with Outpost in the Burbs Saturday, DECEMBER 14 7:30 Doors | 8:00 Show CLICK HERE Cindy brought co-headliner Tammy Faye Starlite to discuss NJArts.net and Outpost in the Burbs...

Fantastic Cat is an indie rock band known for its dreamy melodies and introspective lyrics. The band's sound often blends elements of folk and pop, creating a laid-back vibe that's both catchy and thoughtful. Fantastic Cat is a collaborative project between singer/songwriters Don DiLego, Anthony D'Amato, Brian Dunne, and Hollis Brown frontman Mike Montali. They are fun, the music is melodic, and t...

Doug & Diane had the absolute pleasure of recently chatting with musician, producer, composer, solo artist, and Black Pumas’ keyboardist - JaRon Marshall . A standout in the Austin, TX music scene, Marshall is fresh off the release of several new singles filled with smooth, soulful melodies steeped in jazz, soul, gospel, and hip-hop.  Our conversation covered JaRon’s influences, his collaborations...

Did you know it was recently International Podcast Day? (Yeah, it’s an actual thing!) To celebrate … we (Diane & Doug) finally get back to podcasting - and this time, we’re each other's guests. Catch up with us as we each share two songs that currently top our playlists and that we just can’t get enough of. Enjoy listening to the songs and our conversation about them. We’d love to hear your though...

In APV’s latest podcast, we connected with Jennie Wasserman (producer at NJPAC) and spoken word poet Myster-E (AKA Eric Shandroff) to chat all about North To Shore’s Asbury Park Showcase event. This special performance takes place at the Grand Arcade in historic Convention Hall on Friday, June 14th starting at 3:30pm. The show will feature local musicians and spoken word poets – all who were selec...

IT’S BAAAAACK!!!!! Asbury Underground , a unique music & arts crawl through Asbury Park, returns on Saturday, June 15th from 12-7pm as part of the North To Shore Festival ! Boasting 100+ musical acts and stunning art woven throughout businesses up, down and around Cookman Ave ... the event promises to be a shining example of why Asbury Park is such an extraordinary place!  For our latest podcast e...

The NJ rock band – Hollow Heroes – stopped by APV’s Studio recently to chat about their music, the history of the band, and their plans for the future. Founded in January 2020 by guitarist CJ Palmisano and vocalist Alex White, the group expanded to a four-piece in 2022 with the addition of drummer Tom Riccoboni and bassist James Romano. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Rise Against and Silver...

Bobby Mahoney and Andrew Saul stopped by our little slice of Asbury Park heaven the other day to chat about the current musical happenings surrounding the band. No stranger to big moments, Bobby and his bandmates (including Andrew Saul, James McIntosh and Jon Chang Soon) have shared the stage with notable acts like Jon Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Frank Turner, and more. And adding another tik mar...

It was equal part inspiration and motivation during our latest podcast with Jersey Shore's spoken word poet and hip-hop artist, Chris Rockwell . Living by the motto "You have to be amazing!" is what drives this young artist to not only relentlessly perfect his crafts, but then take them one step further to make a difference in the world. He believes wholeheartedly that “attraction, not promotion”...

Gregory, Steve and Mike from the band Meraki stopped by our studio recently for a super fun podcast and acoustic session. They began the evening with a stellar acoustic set of three songs that absolutely blew us away! Following that we spoke at length about the difference between jam bands and bands that jam. We dove deep into the mechanics and nuances of their music; and they shared lots of great...

Asbury Park’s bluesy-rock sensation – Jarod Clemons – stopped by the APV Studio recently to chat about the new path he’s taking with his career. We spoke about his intention to re-brand himself as a solo artist, but our conversation became so much more than that. Jarod took a deep dive and shared personal stories about his life experiences from when he was very young to present day. He spoke about...

Half of Jet Ransom came by to play a few songs and chat. With Drew P - vocals / guitar, Teddy - vocals / guitar, Jonny - bass, and Jon - drums, they seem like they have a real knowledge of the bands that came before them and are looking to forge their own unique path.  Listening to them, you might hear a little 60's, a little 70's, and well beyond.   They are thematic, melodic, and truly enjoyable...

We had the utmost pleasure of speaking recently with marketing professional and entrepreneur Melissa Peterson about her brand-new venture called Divvy Music . Having worked for years with emerging artists, Melissa wants to level the playing field by providing a cutting-edge music streaming service that prioritizes indie music and connects those artists with a genuine fanbase. Concrete revenue stre...

The musicality, technical acumen, and pure vocal brilliance of the Bryan Hansen Band is undeniable. And we were thrilled that they brought their eclectic blend of alternative-rock/soul/blues and funky goodness  to the AP Vibes studio for an unforgettable podcast and acoustic session.  Bryan Hansen and his bandmate Will Blakey epitomize the essence of synergy in their musical partnership. Their sea...

They may not be the musicians APV typically interviews, however the women leading the charge at The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park, New Jersey are rockstars in their own right. I spoke with Hotel Manager Giuseppina (aka Laura) Ferrara and Director of Sales Margot McPherson recently with the goal of highlighting female entrepreneurs for Women’s History Month in March. Laura and Margot spo...

NJ local - Shotgun Curly - has a voice that’s soulful, rich, and bursting with passion! And she brought that magic to the APV Studio for a live studio performance, alongside her very talented guitarist Steve Gregoire. During our ensuing podcast, we spoke all about her musical experiences from childhood (she was in the original cast of Annie) to present day (playing gigs all over NJ and beyond). Sh...

Mike Noordzy. An enigma wrapped in a stand-up bass.  You may have seen him with Renee Maskin or in any number of local establishments around central NJ, such as the Jazz Duo, The High Standards Trio, or The Wright Trio. Needless to say, he is one talented feller. Here, we talk about his new release, "Dark Sparks."  Mary Mehalick joins Noordzy as they try to convince Doug that this is not a jazz al...

APV’s “mascot band” Supermutt recently stopped by our studio again (YAY!) for a chat about their latest single, “ Friends in My Head ,” along with a buncha other stuff! This Jersey City rock band is a standout favorite all over the State of NJ due to their infectious energy, compelling performances, and downright excellent rock and roll.  Mike, Tommy, and Billy spoke at length (and without regrets...

The classic rock-inspired outfit Rêverie recently took some time to chat with us from a recording studio in Boston. The band consists of Alec Demello (vocals), Liv Barcohana (bass), Gilliam Robles (piano/vocals), Victor Echaniz (drums), Christian Mangiameli (guitar), and Michael Forry (guitar) who met through, and are all currently attending Berklee College of Music. Christian and Victor spoke abo...

There is no joking around on this one. Angelo Gingerelli has had more influence on the Jersey Shore comedy scene than anyone. From hosting open mic nights to mentoring young comedians to writing a book on the topic, the collegiate-level athletic trainer has his hand in just about everything comedy-related! Locals call him "The Father of Jersey Shore Comedy" and it's easy to see why. In our latest...

Emerson Woolf, with her band The Wishbones, is a new and wonderfully engaging voice here in Asbury Park.  Here, we had a chance to talk with Emerson about their music, their band, and just about everything you might need to know before you go out to see this fine performer. Emerson Woolf and The Wishbones feature Woolf's vocal and writing talents.  Their voice is both silky-smooth and imbued with...

The “funkalishous” Philadelphia band – SNACKTIME – took time from their busy tour schedule supporting Portugal. The Man to talk with us recently and the hour we spent chatting felt like only 10 minutes. During this very enjoyable conversation, Yesseh Furaha-Ali (vocals, alto sax, percussion) and Sam Gellerstein (sousaphone) shared backstories aplenty about the band’s history, their deep reservoir...

Jamie and Lisa spent some time with us to talk about The Velvet Stardust Rockshow.  A rock and roll review and modern burlesque are brought together for one spectacular musical and dance event.  We also talk about playing the board game Risk and being dorks... but exceptionally cool dorks. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/velvetstardustrock Facebook https://www.facebook.com/velvetstardustrock Link...

WAWY - What a Wonderful Year Music Festival Asbury Park's Annual Afterparty 2 nights-20 acts Presented by Telegraph Hill Records & Jim Lenskold What a Wonderful Year is an annual event staged by our friends at Telegraph Hill Records.  Each year, two days of shows feature some of the best talent Telegraph Hill Records have in their stable of artists. December 29 / December 30 Wonder Bar Save the da...