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John Luraschi, Jersey Shore Rocker, Loses Battle To Cancer
originally posted on 2009-08-13 07:08:04
The history of Jersey Shore rock and roll would be incomplete without the name John Luraschi. One of the "Creators of SOAP (sounds of Asbury Park)", Luraschi passed away on August 12, 2009 after a long battle with cancer.
Turning A Curse Into A Blessing
originally posted on 2009-08-10 17:56:05
Sometimes karma can play strange games with us. Nik Everett, a Delaware-based singer-songwriter was attending his cousin's funeral when he met Christina Eliopoulos, a filmmaker working on a documentary about Asbury Park. As it turns out, Nik's cousin who loved Asbury Park was one of the early supporters of the film The two struck up a conversation and the next thing you know, he's back in Asbury Park and playing a significant role in creating the soundtrack for Christina's film, "Greetings From Asbury Park".
Recap of Wave Festival 2009
originally posted on 2009-06-26 07:08:08
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Back in the day, I used to judge how good Dramarama shows were by how much my body hurt the next night. I think I'm going to start judging Wave Festivals that way as well. In this case, my body really, really hurt for two days after the festival, which meant I had a pretty good time! The Wave Festival has been a favorite of mine since it made its debut four years ago. Each year seems to get better and better. I remember thinking last year that the festival had arrived when people still hung out despite an afternoon of rain... well, this year people hung out in spite of rain throughout Saturday and Sunday. An impressive feat if you ask me.
The Debate over the Wave Gathering Festival
originally posted on 2009-06-25 13:21:38
(ASBURY PARK, NJ - JUNE 19-21, 2009) - The fourth annual Wave Gathering music festival took place in Asbury Park during one of the wettest Junes in memory. The festival got off to a good start on Friday night thanks to a break in the weather, but had to battle the elements through most of the weekend. The rain definitely kept some people away, but couldn't stop another excellent festival from taking place. In many ways, this year's festival was better than any of the previous years.
He Was My Mickey Mantle
originally posted on 2009-06-25 08:03:02
On Tuesday, June 23, 2009, Brian Leetch officially got word that he would be entering the Hockey Hall of Fame. For many New York Rangers fans like myself, Leetch was the greatest homegrown player we had ever seen on Broadway. My generation was too young to remember Eddie Giacomin or Rod Gilbert; we had suffered through an endless parade of stars who gave us some great memories but whose best days were behind them (Phil Esposito, Wayne Gretzky) and others who were on their last legs (Guy LaFleur, Marcel Dionne); and we grew up as a dynasty was built in Long Island heard the taunts of "1940, 1940" throughout the years.
Money Can't Buy You Love...
originally posted on 2009-06-02 15:15:01
The Wave Gathering Festival coming back to Asbury Park this June 19-21 is excellent news! This festival, which has brought hundreds of bands and singer-songwriters to Asbury Park, has improved every year and has added a few new wrinkles (including a free streetfair one day) that should help this year be great as well. A quick look at the bigger names sponsoring the festival is excellent news too. Or so I thought...
Why All of New Jersey Should Care Who Gets Elected in Asbury Park
originally posted on 2009-05-13 17:55:03
Over the past six or seven years Asbury Park's neighbors throughout the state have slowly ventured back to take a look. "Is Asbury really coming back this time?" they all ask. What many haven't understood is that Asbury Park's revival will not only provide another seaside destination within reasonable driving distance for them, but will help to balance their tax burden and reduce crime - if it's handled correctly.
Andy Warhol Called... Your 15 Minutes of Fame are Up
originally posted on 2009-04-08 00:00:00
Recently a local writer wrote about how the web has taken away the thrill of discovering what was going to be played at a Bruce Springsteen show. I don't normally comment on other people's work, but I just found the idea behind this article so ridiculous that it deserved comment.
Three Local Shows Worth Checking Out
originally posted on 2008-10-20 00:00:00
(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- The local scene has got three very different regular shows worth checking out each month for the music fan. Rick Barry's "Works in Progress", Bobby Strange & Friends, and Twisted Covers.
Works in Progress - October 2008
originally posted on 2008-10-20 00:00:00
(OCTOBER 8, 2008 -- ASBURY PARK, NJ) ? Rick Barry's "Works in Progress" series has been a favorite of mine since it first launched several months ago, but I think recent shows have taken the series to a new level. This latest show continued that trend. The lineup included Keith Monacchio (formerly of The Commons), Justin Hillman, Glen Burtnick, Brett Mosely, Tommy Strazza, Kelly Carvin, and, of course, Rick Barry.
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