Mike Noordzy is a New Jersey-based bassist, composer, educator, and recording artist known for his adventurous approach to jazz and improvisational music. Equally at home on upright and electric bass, he performs across jazz, rock, folk, country, Afro-Cuban, and experimental genres. A graduate of Rutgers’ Mason Gross School of the Arts, Mike holds both bachelor’s […]

Ray Suhy is a multi-genre guitarist from Asbury Park, NJ, whose work spans metal, jazz, fusion, and experimental progressive rock. He tours internationally with Six Feet Under and Cannabis Corpse and performs with the Ray Suhy/Lewis Porter Quartet and Gematria. Known for his virtuosic playing and adventurous improvisation, Suhy brings remarkable versatility to every project.

Born and raised in New York City, trumpeter Alex Owen developed his craft in New Orleans, where he spent seven years performing professionally and founded the Messy Cookers Jazz Band. Today, he leads the Alex Owen Trio and Quartet while performing with acclaimed jazz groups throughout New York and the Northeast. An experienced educator, Alex […]

Sonny Kenn is a legendary Jersey Shore icon whose four-decade career has shaped the region’s distinctive sound and culture. A gifted singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Sonny is recognized as one of the original inspirations behind the “Jersey Sound.” His creativity extends beyond music into a captivating world of visual art. Guided by instinct, color, sound, […]

South Korean-born jazz guitarist and composer Jae Young Jeong is based in New York and performs throughout the NYC/NJ area. His credits include Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Cornelia Street Café, and the Falcon, as well as recording at the legendary Van Gelder Studio. He has collaborated with Rodney Green, David Wang, Bill O’Connell, and Steve […]

Cranston Dean is a celebrated New Jersey singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music blends Americana, folk, jazz, country, blues, and pop. A longtime fixture of the Asbury Park music scene, Dean has toured extensively throughout the Northeast and beyond, releasing acclaimed albums including High Beams and Northern Town. A multi-instrumentalist on guitar, piano, drums, and vocals, […]

Lawrence Haber is an accomplished electric and upright bassist, bandleader, and recording artist with 25 years of experience performing throughout the New York Metropolitan area and Jersey Shore. He has shared stages with renowned artists and performed at iconic venues. His 2026 debut album, Subtle Moves in Silence, showcases his original compositions and world-class musicianship.

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 […]

Motor City Revue brings the timeless sound of Motown and Stax to life with a powerhouse 12-piece band dedicated to authenticity, energy, and soul. Featuring rich vocal harmonies and the instrumental blend that defined the original recordings, the Revue celebrates the music of Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, The Supremes, and many more. Audiences […]

Abe Ovadia is a distinctive jazz guitarist whose lyrical, rhythmically charged sound bridges tradition and modern expression. An international touring artist, he has performed at The Blue Note, Blues Alley, and The Iridium. A Berklee and NYU graduate, Abe is celebrated for dynamic improvisation, original compositions, and reimagined standards that honor jazz’s legacy while pushing […]