Meet The Music: Indigo Sky

Meet The Music: Indigo Sky

Indigo Sky is a rock group based in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, comprised of Arthur DeMillio, Michael Lanza, Luke Reeves, and Richmond Coombs. The band crafts immersive, genre-defying soundscapes that echo the golden era of 60s and 70s psychedelic rock while embracing the sounds of the modern day.

Where can fans listen to your music online?*

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2F5eKAPRlGzIyRSx3vyGrh?si=y699VSJ7RMW7z-819TOCiA

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Beard wives and denim - pond Led Zeppelin 1 - Led Zeppelin Master of Reality - black sabbath

What was the first song that you wrote together?

Don’t You Love Her

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

Our album really focuses on the concept of escapism and how someone in the same place in life as us may feel like they’re still finding their direction in what it is life is all about

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

The community and the music scene are definitely our favorite things about Asbury. To be so close to such a lush scene is a blessing for musicians our age or any.

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?

Beef or chicken

Where else are you playing this summer and when?

The Stone Pony July 6, Asbury Park Live Event August 6, Asbury Park Brewery August 13

Meet The Music: Dark City Strings

Meet The Music: Dark City Strings

Dark City Strings: Dark City Strings is a band that draws from a broad spectrum of influences to deliver a high energy creative mix of bluegrass, Americana, and folk.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

A: Allman Brothers Live at Filmore East, Grateful Dead American Beauty & Jerry's work with the Old and in the Way records, Greensky Bluegrass Handguns.

Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?

A: Whisky Cowboy

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

A: G.F.Y is a charging instrumental written by our fiddle player that provides explicit feedback for the clowns trying to kill the vibe!

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

A: The artists, musicians, chefs, bartenders, waiters/waitresses, lifeguards, promoters, and lunatics that keep her going strong!

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

A: We say this every year and we stand by it! The Donut.

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

A: Follow along our instagram at @darkcitystrings for updates on new shows!

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

A: https://www.facebook.com/darkcitystrings, darkcitystrings.com, Spotify

Meet The Music: Teen Idle

Meet The Music: Teen Idle

Where can fans listen to your music online?*

www.teenidle.bandcamp.com

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?*

Fleetwood Mac - Tusk The Velvet Underground - The Velvet Underground & Nico Japanese Breakfast - Soft Sounds from Another Planet

What was the first song that you wrote together?*

Sara here! I do all the songwriting for Teen Idle myself as it's a solo project. It's in the live setting where I'm joined by the lovely musicians Sara Wojciehowski, Nicky Adem, and James Sleeman, who make up my live band.

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?*

It hasn't officially been announced to the world, but you heard it here first! My next album will be called 'A Heart So Tender' and will hopefully be dropping by next Spring. One of the songs on the new record is called "California Cowboy", which I ended up writing after going to California on tour in a different band I used to be in. California's landscape and topography continuously inspires me. At the time, I was also about to go to Nashville for the first time and was in a serious country music phase, which is what this song emerged out of.

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?*

The vibrance of the community, and how the town is so small yet you're constantly meeting new people. And Kim Marie's! Long live.

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?*

If I wasn't gluten-free I'd say the beef taco but I'm still going to say the beef taco even though I usually order the beef bowl.

Where else are you playing this summer and when?*

July 6 - Asbury Hotel (solo set) July 7 - Wonder Bar (Asbury Park) July 25 - Over the Moon (Asbury Park) August 1 - Anchor Rock Club (Atlantic City, NJ) August 2 - Asbury Hotel (solo set)

Meet The Music: Polaroid Fade

Meet The Music: Polaroid Fade

Polaroid Fade emerged from South Jersey’s vibrant music scene just over a year ago, though their roots run deeper. Fronted by vocalist and songwriter Nicoletta, the band blends old-school new wave with modern alt-rock, marked by her emotive vocals and lyrical flair. Guitarist Tyler brings layered melodies, while Jeremy (bass) and Jack (drums) add post-punk groove. Praised by producer Steve Feinberg as “a fresh take on the old wave of new wave,” their sound evokes the neon-lit energy of ‘80s Glasgow. Since their 2022 debut single “Any Other Way,” they’ve gained traction with follow-ups like “Bliss,” “Worry About Me Later,” and “Fisher Gardens.” Their first full-length album *Chaos Into Poetry* drops 11/22 via Shore Points Records, with an East Coast tour to follow in late 2024 into 2025.

Where can fans listen to your music online?

https://linktr.ee/polaroidfade

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic - The Sundays Disintegration - The Cure Cerulean - The Ocean Blue

What was the first song that you wrote together?

The first song we ever wrote was Scared. I mean, it definitely sounds a bit different now than from when we first wrote it. It definitely holds a special place in our hearts!

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

Our song Delancey was written about a shore house that my parents used to live in on Delancey Place in Ocean City, NJ. It’s just what I imagined living in their house would be like being able to enjoy the empty boardwalk in the off months!

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

The amazing people and their extensive creativity.

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?

All of them!!!!

Where else are you playing this summer and when?*

We play PhilaMOCA on July 19th in Philly and Bryant Park on July 31st in Manhattan!

Meet The Music: Nu Space

Meet The Music: Nu Space

Nu Space is a Jersey Shore-based band blending rock, funk, soul, and pop into a unique, high-energy sound. Led by singer/guitarist Space, the group features Dan Harrison (lead guitar), Stanley Luke (drums), and Orshin Williams(keys). Born from a desire to elevate solo artistry into something bigger, Nu Space delivers fun, soulful, and compelling performances that have rocked stages like Wonder Bar, Asbury Lanes, and the House of Independents. When they jam, they create a NU space — where music becomes an experience.

Where can fans listen to your music online?

https://youtube.com/@nuspace5000?si=4c3tweeeZG8xdlHz

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?*

Superunknown by Soundgarden, Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tracy Chapman’s self titled album

What was the first song that you wrote together?*

Our first song we wrote together is titled “Feeling”

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?*

“Feeling” is about our lead guitarist Dan. We were rehearsing and because his guitar wasn’t grounded, his fingers were getting shocked. The song also speaks about other feelings of shock. Our former drummer left the band abruptly and it was a dramatic exit; we were shocked.

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?*

Love the beach vibes during the summer, the music scene and all the festivities in Asbury Park.

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?*

The tofu ❤️

Where else are you playing this summer and when?*

We are working on our first LP this summer to be released in the fall.

Meet The Music: Naska

Meet The Music: Naska

Please provide a short bio/description/elevator pitch that we can use to highlight your band.

///NASKA is an Asbury PARK based band playing mid century country Classics in ska, reggae and rockabilly fashion. Perfect for the fan who wants to sing along. Playing hits from Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, John Denver and like.

Where can fans listen to your music online?*

Please provide a URL to where fans can listen to your music.

You can find our music on ///NASKA’s Instagram page

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?*

The English beat, Dolly Parton Christmas, Kill ‘em All.

What was the first song that you wrote together?*

Keep your hands off my money, honey.

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?*

It summarizes living with a bum.

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?*

Living here

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?*

Pork!!

Where else are you playing this summer and when?*

Stone Pony August 2nd. Opening for Yacht Rock Revue.

Meet The Music: Chill Smith

Meet The Music: Chill Smith

Where can fans listen to your music online?*

Please provide a URL to where fans can listen to your music.

www.chillsmith.com

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?*

J. Cole - 2014 Forrest Hills Drive, Nas - King’s Disease 3, Royce Da 5’9” - Book of Ryan

What was the first song that you wrote together?*

I’m a solo artist

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?*

Pepto Bismol (feat. Heather Hills) is a diss track

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?*

The community.

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?*

I can’t choose 😋

Where else are you playing this summer and when?*

I’m busy working on new music.

Meet The Music: Jarod Clemons

Meet The Music: Jarod Clemons

Meet The Music: Jarod Clemons

Throughout the history of rock n’ roll, there has always been a thriving scene of music coming from Asbury Park, New Jersey. Jarod Clemons is one of the new voices, carrying on this tradition of great music for a modern generation. Clemons' music fuses many different styles, showcasing his talents as a songwriter, who can tackle a variety of genres, while still making it sound unique to him. He has breathed in great music throughout his life and now his sound is fully realized.

Where can fans listen to your music online?*

Please provide a URL to where fans can listen to your music.

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2rYIJ4lPXDI9cOxD5zJbON?si=a7X6mP4fQn6rSNqc7YpXcw

What three albums are most inspiring to your band?*

The Rolling Stones Tattoo You James Bay Chaos And The Calm Jim Hendrix Electric Ladyland

What was the first song that you wrote together?*

On The Waves

Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?*

The song on my solo record called Barley Hangin On. The song holds such a special place in me because I was going through a rough patch in my life when I was writing the rest of this record and to me that song really spoke volumes, expressing my feeling of vulnerability at a time of uncertainty in my life.

What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?*

My favorite thing about Asbury Park is community and how this community supports each other and lifts each other up in rough times you can’t get that anywhere else in the world.

What is your favorite MOGO Taco?*

My favorite Mogo taco is definitely the shrimp taco. It’s my go to every time. And if I don’t get a taco, I get the soy ginger wings LOL

Where else are you playing this summer and when?*

There is a show in the horizon that I can’t really speak about yet, but those who know, know and it will be announced soon!

Meet The Music: Bryan Hansen Band

Meet The Music: Bryan Hansen Band

Meet Bryan Hansen Band, hailing from Central New Jersey (it does exist). Their music, as defined by Lenny Green of WBLS, is a soulful concoction dubbed "Blue Eyed Soul," blending funky rhythms with bluesy vibes and soulful melodies. From the Jersey Shore to iconic venues like Bowery Electric NYC and the House of Blues Anaheim, these guys have been Making America Funk Again. They've even graced the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood and been featured at Winter NAMM 2020 & 2024 and SoFar Sounds D.C. & NYC. From their debut EP in 2009 Ebb & Flow EP 2009, the band has released 4 LP's including Brothers Among Wolves 2013, When You Stop Pulling Back 2016, Gas Money 2019 and most recently, Jammin with Dr. Fong LP 2024. Drawing inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder, Dave Matthews Band, and Victor Wooten, Bryan Hansen Band infuses their music with soulful influences that resonate with audiences. Bryan Hansen Band is proudly endorsed by Godin Guitars and BG France. Check out their latest album, 'Jammin with Dr. Fong' available on all streaming platforms.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Crash- Dave Matthews Band, Blood Sugar Sex Magik- Red Hot Chili Peppers, A Show of Hands- Victor Wooten

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

"Daydream Eyes" I absolutely love Radiohead and the dissonance of their music. I borrowed the riff from the verses from a song we previously released. If I could only play one song for people to hear when I tell them I am a songwriter, I would play this.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

We love how much talent is in such a small NJ town. Anywhere you go in the world, people know AP.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

Tie between the beef and chicken tacos!

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0rbSji6eTKkrNO4ZJ3rShT

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

8/2 MusikFest Bethlehem ,PA Main Street Stage 8:30-10:30pm 8/3 Soulstice Music Festival Clinton, NJ 12pm-1pm 8/5 Martin Guitar Stage at LargerPlatz Musikfest, PA 5pm 8/16 Caldwell Sessions House Concert Princeton, NJ 7pm-9pm 8/28 Donaldson Park Summer Stage Highland Park, NJ 6-8pm 9/5 Clinton Elks Lodge Summer Stage 6-9pm

Meet The Music: Preachers on the FM

Meet The Music: Preachers on the FM
Preachers on the FM is an alternative rock band from Red Bank, New Jersey, blending raw energy with heartfelt songwriting. The band was formed by longtime friends Pete Squassi (guitar/vocals), Stephen Appezzato (guitar), Calvin Bruno (drums), and Noah Kralyevich (bass/vocals) in early 2024. Preachers’ music captures the echoes of honest, raw, and soulful songwriting. Fueled by a shared passion for creating music, Preachers on the FM released their next single on June 27th.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?WALLS - Kings of Leon, Songs for the Dead - QOTSA, Deal Casino - Deal Casino

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

Airplanes in July. A story I wrote for my brothers from the perspective of my brothers during an argument we had during Christmas.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

Live music -> Spressi tinis at Lolas -> Mogo for munchies. and ED the Punk throwing shows at Wild Air.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

Pork burrito, kimchi rice. side of pickles.

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4SbOAIFKR1jH3XPDghzhMB
Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

We're playing 90.5 The Night's songwriters on the beach on July 17

Meet The Music: Blush

Groovy indie rock music from the Jersey Shore. We incorporate elements of funk, blues, folk, regggae, and more into our music that leaves listeners wondering what genre we are. We take pride in every song sounding different which just naturally comes from collaborating as 4 individuals with different tastes. Overall, we just like making music that makes people want to get up and dance.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Speaking in Tongues- The Talking Heads, Demon Days- Gorillaz, and Abbey Road- The Beatles

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

Sweet Dream Mezzanine-our latest release- is an auditory experience that encapsulates the life of the party. The song takes the listeners on a journey through the lens of the character “mezzanine”- an obvious good-time pal/gal who is grooving, enjoying themselves, and possibly falling in love along the way.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?
Live original music!! And lots of it!

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?
Fish!
Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
Anywhere you stream music: Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc. link: https://open.spotify.com/artist/15kaFmzt262DGg85dnsE9J?si=gLOt-UuVS7StVaRdQJbi3Q

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

Low Dive- AP, NJ July 11th 9:30pm w/ Cranston Dean Band

Meet The Music: Bryan Hansen Band

Meet The Music: Bryan Hansen Band

Meet Bryan Hansen Band, hailing from Central New Jersey (it does exist). Their music, as defined by Lenny Green of WBLS, is a soulful concoction dubbed "Blue Eyed Soul," blending funky rhythms with bluesy vibes and soulful melodies. From the Jersey Shore to iconic venues like Bowery Electric NYC and the House of Blues Anaheim, these guys have been Making America Funk Again. They've even graced the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood and been featured at Winter NAMM 2020 & 2024 and SoFar Sounds D.C. & NYC. From their debut EP in 2009 Ebb & Flow EP 2009, the band has released 4 LP's including Brothers Among Wolves 2013, When You Stop Pulling Back 2016, Gas Money 2019 and most recently, Jammin with Dr. Fong LP 2024. Drawing inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder, Dave Matthews Band, and Victor Wooten, Bryan Hansen Band infuses their music with soulful influences that resonate with audiences. Bryan Hansen Band is proudly endorsed by Godin Guitars and BG France. Check out their latest album, 'Jammin with Dr. Fong' available on all streaming platforms.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Crash- Dave Matthews Band; Songs in the Key of Life- Stevie Wonder; Red Hot Chili Peppers - Californiacation

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

"One More Blues," from When You Stop Pulling Back LP 2016

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

Our favorite thing about Asbury Park is the community of incredible musicians and songwriters that are grinding and trying to make a name for ourselves. People travel to AP from all over the world to hear live music, which is a blessing during a time where DJ's reign supreme.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

Sex is great and all but have you ever had a MOGO taco? Is the response, "everything," a cop-out?

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
A: https://bryanhansenband.com/discography

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

Summer is quickly coming to a close but our full schedule is on our website: https://bryanhansenband.com/official-website-bryan-hansen-band

Meet The Music: The Foes of Fern

Meet The Music: The Foes of Fern

We’re the Foes. Asbury’s worst ska band, creatures of Asbury’s only reality Tv show and band of wandering locals that happened to have found instruments on our walks to the beach. We have two albums out via Telegraph Hill Records and you can hear us play those songs live on the Mogo Stage on August 14th. You might see multiple drummers, backup singers, pole dancers, and a wild horn section at a show. We don’t even know what’ll happen but no matter what it’ll be a good time.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Game of Thrones, Yogi Berra quotes, and Frank Zappa’s Greatest Hits

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

Mi Amor, our song in Spanish. It was written after watching a bunch of Telenovelas in the studio after a long session.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

Asbury Park Kickball crew and The Chat

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

Tofu taco! We got vegans in the band and we always need a good option that we can all enjoy.

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6paBX7yxQt55Xed4JPtZTO?si=G0ElGQXlQeWZOIpK3tmpeQ

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

Going on tour! To Philly, Trenton, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and of course Asbury Park

Meet The Music: Teen Idle

Meet The Music: Teen Idle
Teen Idle is the musical moniker of Asbury Park-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist & producer Sara Abdelbarry. The project was started in Sara’s last year of college, when she challenged herself to write a song every day for a week and post it to Bandcamp. All of her music tends to unfold like the plot of an A24 movie, with a focus on lyricism and storytelling.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

1. Mannequin Pussy - I Got Heaven 2. Wolf Alice - My Love Is Cool 3. St. Vincent - Actor

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

”Dance Inc.” is my satire song. If you listen to the lyrics you’ll be able to feel my frustration with the corporate world and comparisons of HR people to bloodsuckers. It was written at a time when I was particularly frustrated with job hunting and feeling a little hopeless about it. If you’re an HR person I don’t hate you, but I wish you would answer emails.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

The ebb and flow of it. I think it’s really neat to watch a beach town transform from the winter to the summer. It makes me appreciate the four seasons of the year in a way I wouldn’t if I lived in Florida or somewhere eternally warm. I also love the fact that you never know what you’re going to witness on any given day when walking around Asbury. That aspect reminds me of Brooklyn or NYC a little bit.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

Unfortunately I’ve been cursed with being gluten-free BUT I really love the beef bowl.

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/00EGv7Le8ST91QVNTI7KqV?si=CXcIeZ9NT-62he7HfjGLCw

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

August 22 - Salvation Rooftop @ The Asbury Hotel (solo - 3 hour set)

Meet The Music: The Mercury Brothers

The Mercury Brothers:  Hailing from the sandy streets of Asbury Park, The Mercury Brothers have been bringing their bluesy, boozy, rock enthusiasm to audiences since 2015. They combine excellent musicianship with an almost reckless abandon. Their performances ooze soulful angst that will have you reminiscing about wild, yet sentimental times
Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

Keep It Like A Secret - Built To Spill
Either/Or - Elliot Smith
I'm Wide Awake, Its Morning - Bright Eyes

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

"East Vs West"

A song about traveling the country, coast to coast, during a transformative time in your life. It paints a nostalgic picture of suburbia and the bittersweet need to escape to experience what the rest of the world has to offer.. until exhaustion calls you back home

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

We love the supportive culture of the arts and all of the individuals who are here all year long. They foster a long term home for creatives of all kinds. There’s something here for everyone.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

Tofu Taco

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4gVQ3qalc6wCyH6QoR39j4

Meet The Music: Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise

Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise
Küf Knotz & Christine Elise [Hip Hop | Soul | New Age] Named Philadelphia Magazine Best Rapper of 2022 and 1 of 10 New Jersey Artists to watch, Küf Knotz (Producer/MC) and Christine Elise (Harpist/Vocalist) connected with a similar mission to create positive, forward thinking music fusing the boom bap era and lo-fi inspired beats supported by the harp. And, you can dance to it!

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

A: Arrested Development - 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of... Stereolab - Dots and Loops Digable Planets - Reachin' (A New Refutation of Time and Space)

Q: What was the first song that you wrote together?

A: See the Light

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

A: Yü - Its talking about the importance of having confidence & being yourself.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

A: The Arts

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

A: Fish Taco

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

A: The Month of July a tour in Alaska Musikfest Aug 9th & 10th Artemis Ethos Aug 31st

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6xGgvHAQIxa4Wfg2xdIZTU

Meet The Music: Chill Smith

Meet The Music: Chill Smith
Asbury Music Award nominated Chill Smith has been writing, recording, and performing his music for capacity crowds throughout the East Coast of the United States, appearing at such venues as The Stone Pony, The Strand Theater, Stanhope House, House Of Independents, The Asbury, The Saint, Langosta Lounge, Brighten Bar and Asbury Lanes, Chill Smith has shared the stage with Joe Budden, Pharoahe Monch, Sugar Hill Gang, Nappy Roots, Kosha Dill and Sage Francis. Pretty Everyday, Chill Smith's his second full-length studio album recorded at Chillville studio, courtesy of his record label, Soundsmith Records. "The album is energetic, unapologetic. Pretty Everyday, is a juxtaposition of race, status, sex, societal expectations and vulnerability" quotes Chris Jordan of the Asbury Park Press.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

A: Nas - Stillmatic, J. Cole - 2014 Forrest Hills Drive, Kanye West - My Dark Twisted Fantasy

Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?

A: I wrote my first verse after listening to Eminem's The Slim Shady LP

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

A: My songs are pretty straight forward but I'll choose "Nickolas". It's about a friend I had in high school. We never truly got along which eventually led to an altercation which then led to us falling out. He then later died from an overdose. Til this day I still have mixed feelings but writing this song was the first time I cried about his death.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

A: It's gay, it's black, it's trans, it's all these beautiful things.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

A:

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

A: I usually get the fish taco.

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Gyzyksl028a87sygGo7zG?si=Ekx3GAkhRTuA4G-sY2YVVA

Meet The Music: BLAISE

Meet The Music: BLAISE
Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

A: The fame monster - lady Gaga The downward spiral- nine inch nails At last- Etta James

Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?

A: Not for sale

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

A: Still a fool is about wanting to be there for someone even when they treat you terribly because they don’t know what to do with themselves. It’s truly a song about knowing better, but loving unconditionally anyway.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

A: The people!!!

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

A: Chicken Taco!

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

A: Low Dive and Any where we can! We are hitting the tristate area as hard as we can on our journey to take over the world!

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

A:https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Pj5YdxyxSX5PB855FVKPu?si=YWpYOE5PSneaS5YJ1nunvg

Meet The Music: Space

Meet The Music: Space
Moonsnot! Eew….what is that? It’s nasty right? Isn’t it disgusting? Exactly. Moonsnot speaks on social injustices that are a gross offense to humanity. Singer songwriter, Space established Moonsnot as a means to elevate her original music. She invited bassist Mike Rosa, lead guitarist Dan Harrison, keyboard player Orshin and drummer Dyvine , to join her in elevating. Together they have created sounds of Moonsnot that is straight soul funk with an edge.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

A:Teddy Swims “I’ve tried everything but therapy” Gnarls Barkley “Saint Elsewhere” and Maneskin “Rush”

Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?

A: Musically the first song Moonsnot wrote was “Toy Story”. Space wrote the song but it needed musical direction. The band made it sound a little Reggae.

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

A: The latest song written by Space is entitled “We Can’t Help You!” The song is about a time when Space was conducting business on Cookman Avenue in Asbury Park and experienced racism was discriminated against. The business owner said “we can’t help you!”

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

A: The beach right before tourist season hits.

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

A:Tofu!!!!

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

A: Music Mondays on Springwood Avenue July 29th

Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

A: https://youtube.com/@nuspace5000?si=Ed91Aixu4erbtAeS

Meet The Music: Drea

Meet The Music: Drea
Drea is a singer/songwriter/emcee based out of the Jersey Shore city of Asbury Park in Monmouth County. Drea separates herself from other artists by focusing on a sound that mixes beautiful melodies with a raw flow of rap lyrics into one. She just performed for as one of The Asbury Underground artists in the North2Shore festival in Asbury Park and some notable names she’s opened for, Styles P, Joell Ortiz, Capella Gray, Mr Cheeks of the Lost Boyz, Talib Kweli, Tiearra Marie, Ron Brows and Leon & The Peoples. She also has a remix of her single, “So Good”, off of her first album, “Beauty and The Beats” with Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan. Her second album “Selfish” was released Jan 2024 on all streaming platforms.

Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?

A:Ooh on the TLC tip- TLC Confessions- Usher Miseducation of Lauryn Hill - Lauryn Hill

Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?

A: First song i wrote was called Pimp Games, though never released.

Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?

A: Don’t Wanna Go- is a track that’s both in the first and third person, it’s a quick reminder from self to self, about loving yourself enough to not let anyone convince you you’re not worthy or strong enough to let go in hope of something better.

Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?

A: I’m An Asbury park resident for 30 years, it’s home! and thriving! Seeing what it’s become, and the music scene inspires me to be more involved!

Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?

A:Shrimp taco!!

Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?

A: Just performed North2Shore in Asbury Park, Brooklyn, NY Queens, NY Belmar, NJ Oceanfest, Long Branch, NJ
Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?

A: https://li.sten.to/drea-selfish