Kevin Hill & Secret Sound are a cornerstone of the Jersey Shore’s vibrant jam-rock scene, blending rock, funk, blues, jazz, reggae, and improvisation into an infectious live experience. Led by guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Kevin Hill, the Asbury Park-based group has performed more than 70 times at The Stone Pony and shared stages with Sting, […]

Matt Kahn is a Jersey Shore guitarist, sideman, composer, and educator whose versatile musicianship spans jazz, contemporary, and popular music. A University of the Arts graduate, Matt has performed with John Swana, Miles Moon, Atomic Fizz, Taylor Kelly, and Khalil Amaru. He toured North America with Broadway’s Come From Away and teaches at Rider University.

Ocean Avenue Stompers are an Asbury Park-based collective bringing the spirit of New Orleans brass together with the soul, rock, funk, jazz, and R&B traditions of the Jersey Shore. Led by trombonist and arranger Ian Gray, this rotating crew of elite musicians delivers high-energy performances built for dancing, celebration, and connection.

JO & the Highland Express are a powerhouse Jersey Shore funk and soul ensemble led by saxophonist, vocalist, and keyboardist John “JO” Orlando. Featuring an all-star cast of veteran musicians, the band puts its own spin on timeless grooves by Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, The Meters, Parliament, Maceo Parker, and more. Their horn-driven, dance-ready performances […]

Jamie McLean Band serves up a soulful musical gumbo of New Orleans soul, Americana roots, Delta blues, and New York City swagger. Led by guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Jamie McLean, the band is renowned for its fiery musicianship, heartfelt songwriting, and electrifying live performances. McLean’s guitar work and blue-eyed Southern soul vocals have shared stages […]

Audra Mariel is an acclaimed jazz vocalist, composer, and multi-disciplinary artist based in the Tri-State area. Known for her distinctive sound and heartfelt interpretations of timeless standards, she has performed and recorded with Frank Vignola, Mark O’Connor, Bucky Pizzarelli, and Al Caiola. A 2025 New Jersey State Council on the Arts music composition finalist, Mariel […]