Asbury Park Vibes

08/18/2025

Train lit up Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City with timeless hits, surprise covers, and unforgettable moments. From “Hey, Soul Sister” to “Drops of Jupiter,” it was one big sing-along across generations.
📸/✏️: Diane DiMemmo

I’m just going to put this out there. I love Train . Always have. Always will. So when I got the email request to cover their show in Atlantic City’s Hard Rock Etess Center, I hit reply immediately and said, “I’m in.”  Walking into the packed arena, it was clear that Train’s music h...

08/18/2025

The Vogel in Red Bank felt more like a living-room jam than a concert stage when The Weight Band brought warm, rootsy energy to an intimate and tuned-in crowd. Check out our coverage by Bill Baumann.

The Vogel Theater in Red Bank felt more like a living-room jam than a concert stage last week, and I loved it. The Weight Band brought warm, rootsy energy to an intimate and tuned-in crowd. With no opening act and a straightforward walk-on, the band eased into their set like old friends picking up

08/16/2025

Michael Campanile Photography is an Asbury Park-based photographer who captures memories and what life puts in front of him.

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08/13/2025

✨ Jersey Shore’s own Francesca Fuentes (aka Chess) stopped by our studio to talk songwriting, life, and the moments that shaped her music—and she didn’t come empty-handed. She treated us to two gorgeous acoustic performances right here in the room. 💛
Hear her story, feel the songs, and catch this special session now on the AP Vibes podcast.
🎧 : Diane DiMemmo & Douglass Dresher

In this episode, we sit down with Jersey Shore singer-songwriter Francesca Fuentes (aka Chess) to talk about her journey from writing songs at age 12 to crafting her heartfelt, pop-rock inspired tracks today. Francesca shares the moments that shaped her music, the stories behind some of her mo

08/13/2025

Linkin Park brought their From Zero Tour to Prudential Center for an energetic night of music showcasing their new lineup. Check out our coverage by Kenny Bieber.

Staging a comeback as a band after an extended period of time can be a difficult task in this day and age. Add in the loss of your lead singer whose impact is considered immeasurable and that prospect becomes even more daunting. For Linkin Park , it long seemed as if the band were done for good and

08/13/2025

SING IT FROM THE ROOFTOP SUMMER JAMS ~ SPOTIFY PLAYLIST
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1hQE2LOR4yDC9ibzrTGDxI

08/13/2025

From the moment doors opened at The Vogel, it was clear this wasn’t just another rock show, it was a gathering of the faithful. Check out of coverage of King's X and Colossal Street Jam's magical night by Bill Baumann.

King’s X at The Vogel in Red Bank Aug 13 Written By Bill Baumann From the moment doors opened at The Vogel, it was clear this wasn’t just another rock show, it was a gathering of the faithful. The rail filled early, and the energy built fast, thanks to a killer opening set from Colossal Street J...

08/13/2025

Picture this: The sun ☀️ sets over the ocean 🌊, the skyline lights up, and the soundtrack is live music from three incredible bands. 🎸
On Fri, Aug 29, The Break Plans, Indigo Sky, and The Brothers Union take over the Baronet Rooftop in Asbury Park. This all-ages show is your chance to send summer off in style. Ticket link in comments!

08/11/2025

AJR's "Somewhere in the Sky" tour landed in Camden at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion last week with a BANG—literally and figuratively. Check out our coverage by Bill Baumann.

AJR's "Somewhere in the Sky" tour landed in Camden at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion last week with a bang—literally and figuratively. The NYC-born trio of brothers, Adam, Jack, and Ryan Met, delivered a set that blurred the line between concert, theater, and interactive art installation, pr

08/10/2025

North 2 Shore’s newest concert series, Garden State Live!, kicked off Friday night at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City with performances by Low Cut Connie and Isn't It Always? Check out our coverage of a great night by Thom Hall Photography.

North to Shore ’s newest concert series, Garden State Live!, kicked off Friday night, August 8th, at the Hard Rock Hotel in Atlantic City with performances by Low Cut Connie and Isn’t It Always . The series brings focus to South and Central Jersey’s music scene, and from the moment the lights ...