ASBURY PARK VIBES PODCAST

Quite possibly the nicest guys I’ve ever met … the dudes from the NJ band Wake Up Paradise stopped by the APV Studio recently for a podcast and acoustic session. Tim Montalvo (vocals), Roger Wuy (drums), Sal Brisindi (guitar), Dann Aquino (guitar) and Max Orozco (bass) spent the better part of an hour chatting about their influences, process for creating their music, being a DIY musician as well a...

The Azures are a throwback while looking forward.  A psychedelic experience with a nod to Jack Kerouac and Jim Morrison mixed with the sound of a new band finding new sounds... you can't go wrong.  Join us for a wild discussion of the band's history, their individual connections to the music of their childhood, and a live performance! Gia Rose - Vocals. Ashton Millman - Guitar Robert Coss - Bass....

There’s a cosmically mighty, galactic, powerhouse of a band right here at the Jersey Shore that sizzles with an energy all their own. Colossal Street Jam has been pounding stages all over the NJ area, the surrounding states, and abroad for a while now; and they’re known for their live shows that are ever-changing and always packed with a very dedicated fanbase. Their music is not only massive in s...

Danny Coleman is the real deal. Longtime host of many different radio programs, avid music lover, and a treasure trove of musical knowledge ... Danny approaches every one of his projects with heart. Known for drawing out the most interesting details from his guests during interviews, it’s apparent that Danny’s main goal is to support musicians and help further their careers. In a fun, relaxing for...

Rock n’ roll that would leave you in awe, blow your mind, and change EVERYTHING? Rock n’ roll that gave you goosebumps and scared your parents? Did the over-inflated old beast finally keel over and wheeze its last breath or will it rise again to take back its rightful place in the soundtrack of your life? For far too long, the otherworldly mystical larger-than-life heroes that used to be pinned to...

The Moon City Masters are a neo-classic rock band with a contemporary edge and more than a hint of soul and funk. The band, consisting of twin brothers Jordan and Talor Steinberg, brings together the whole package, with virtuosic playing and singing, excellent songcraft, and an aesthetic that is all their own. The Moon City Masters Web The Moon City Masters on Spotify The Moon City Masters on Face...

It was a thrill to have Renee Maskin and Mike Noordzy in the Asbury Park Vibes studio to talk about their new project - Renee Maskin and the Mysterious Wilds. Along with Ben Ross on drums, the trio have released a new album, Renee Maskin and the Mysterious Wilds. Renee and Mike discuss their influences and writing songs with a new band.  They also perform a few songs from their new album. You may...

The NYC funky glam-rock band - Tony & The Kiki   - stopped by our Asbury Park Studio recently to chat and play an acoustic set in front of our first live studio audience.  Tony Alfaro (vocals),  Rodney Bush (keys), and  Junior Pauls (guitar) shared stories about their musical beginnings, how the band came together, the meaning behind their band name, and all about their creative process.  On Satur...

Meeting The Wag is like spending time with old friends.  The two original members, alongside two members who have been with them for years, have no shortage of funny and heartbreaking stories.  And through their 25 years, The Wag has made happy, insightful, and heartwarming music.  All four members, Brian Ostering (Bass and vocals), Alicia Van Sant (Keyboards, vocals), Don Lee (Guitar and vocals),...

Asbury Park Vibes' most recent podcast finds us chatting with local musicians Dan Apy , Patty C , and Cranston Dean . The three musicians have their hands in a multitude of bands and projects, including but not limited to the Mercury Brothers, the Apy Brothers, En Delirium, Patty C, Cranston Dean, Jackson Pines and more! What's most significant, though, is the cross-pollination of musical ideas an...

PLEASE NOTE - THE OPINIONS AND VIEWS OF OUR GUESTS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE OPINIONS AND VIEWS OF ASBURY PARK VIBES Asbury Park is certainly filled with music and arts.  But it is also filled with people who grew up in town and remember the past with both fondness and longing for progress moving forward, including everyone. We welcomed Soli and Sheila to our podcast.  They were born and live...

The fast-rising, high-octane LA-based rock and roll band – Classless Act – will be pumping out the hits from their debut album Welcome To the Show this Wednesday, Dec 14th at the Wonder Bar in Asbury Park, NJ! Formed in 2018 and before their first album was even released, these crazy-talented musicians were asked to join the biggest tour of last summer ... The Stadium Tour with Mötley Crüe , Def L...

Asbury Park Vibes caught up with Andrea of the band Iceblynk.  Not only did we get a chance to meet her cat, but we talked about the band's new self-titled release.  They describe themselves as "Ethereal gaze dreampop indie rox w/ reflections of The Cure, Lush, The Sundays, Melody’s Echo Chamber."  We couldn't agree more.  Their gentle jangly, and interwoven layers of sound complement Andrea's bea...

We had a blast on this recent podcast with Joe Pomarico (Pom) and Matt Fernicola (Fern) from Telegraph Hill Records, along with friend and collaborator Jim Lenskold (Tiki Jim). The gentlemen joined us to talk all about their annual end-of-year festival What A Wonderful Year (WAWY) ! Now if you’ve never been to WAWY before, we are here to tell you that it’s a PARTY … and that this is an event NOT t...

When you go to a live performance featuring Alexander Simone , you hear the most wondrous music and vocals behind his larger-than-life stage presence. And the natural question that pops into your mind is "Who is THAT?" or ... " WHODAT? !" Simone very proudly refers to his " WHODAT? LIVE CREW " band as his family and we spend the better part of our most recent podcast chatting about their extraordi...

Patty C recently stopped by our studio to chat all about his first album I Ain’t Ever Gonna Stop!  It contains seven beautifully crafted songs that come straight from his heart.  The melodies make you want to dance and the lyrics make you want to sing along. It’s an overall infectious collection of tunes from a variety of genres of music ranging from rock n roll, hip hop, alternative rock, reggae...

Saturday, November 19th, Madison Community Arts Center We had an opportunity to talk to the two people who are producing and promoting GURLZILLA 2023.  We chatted with Caroline Romanelli ( from Embrace DIY Productions ) and Katie Miller (from the band Kate Dressed Up ) about the annual GURZILLA event. While the pandemic might have slowed them down in the past, they have fully returned with a great...

Something special's goin' on at The Wonder Bar on November 19, 2022! The music of Joe D'Urso & The Stone Caravan , Jarod Clemons & The Late Nights (with special guest JT Bowen ), Alexander Simone & The WHODAT? Live Crew , and Stella Mrowicki will fill the venue and spill out into the streets ... all in the name of charity. An added treat will be an Asbury Park Music History Panel moderated by Eile...

The Break Plans - An indie pop, post-punk, post-emo, post-everything-else alternative rock band has a lot to say and backs that up with a full-bodied sound. Fun dance music - yes / Fun rock and roll - yes / fun to chat with - yes / waiting for their big break because they are ready - yes entertaining - yes, energetic - yes...  You do not want to miss this band! CLICK HERE FOR THEIR WEBSITE CLICK H...

The grandson of Nina Simone and  son of Lisa Simone, Alexander Simone comes from an amazingly talented family.  He has built upon that with his own original  hip-hop laid-back, funky sound.  As a solo artist or with The Whoda Live Crew, Alexander has something to say about the joy of performing and his commitment to spreading a positive vibe everywhere he goes. Here we chat about his roots, his lo...

We were thrilled to recently have Asbury Park dynamo musicians Natalie Farrell and Lou Panico in our studio for our latest podcast. They are an incredible team as husband and wife as well as collaborators in songwriting and scoring; however they are successful independent artists in their own right.  Natalie's discography includes an EP, a live album, and five singles ... the latest stellar tune t...

There is a very good chance you have heard John Ginty's Hammond B3 organ and never knew it was him.  He is a member of The Allman Betts Band  and has toured, and recorded with The Chicks, Citizen Cope, Robert Randolph, Santana, Jewel, The Wu-Tang Clan, Redman, and Neal Casal. John not only is a top-notch keyboardist but is also a percussionist, music director, producer, arranger, songwriter, condu...

Renaissance Blvd is a Philadelphia/South Jersey-based cover band with a very distinct WOW FACTOR. With literally hundreds of songs in their repertoire, this dynamic group plays completely different sets every show with the goal of giving the audience the best night of their lives. Staying true to the artists’ original songs, Renaissance Blvd will add their unique nuances and embellishments to brin...

We had a wonderful conversation about the Asbury Park Live Summer Concert Series – nine free concerts that will take place Wednesday nights on the Asbury Park Boardwalk First Ave Green Space!! Joining us were Tim Cabrey (Asbury Sunset) , Jim Lenskold (Asbury Park Music Foundation) , Russell Lewis (Watermark-Asbury Park) , and Brian Erickson (Frontman of The Extensions , solo artist, podcaster, and...

Asbury Park vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist Sean Tobin stopped by the APV Studio recently to chat about his brand-new album “ Ghost of the Arcade ” which was released today, June 10th! This extremely talented artist, along with his band The Boardwalk Fire, are local favorites here who leave dedicated fans in the wake of every show that they play. Their signature Americana/Folk-Rock sound and l...