James Dalton
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Soulful songs from a singular singer/songwriter, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist
Singer-songwriter, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist James Dalton is a Jersey Shore fixture. Known for his soulful, gritty vocals and impressive skills on the guitar, harmonica, and mandolin, Dalton regularly wows audiences everywhere from Asbury Park and Jersey’s own North to Shore Festival to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the International Blues Challenge. His highly interactive and theatrical performances keep audiences coming back again and again to see him light up the stage.
Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey
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Travel through Greece with traditional Hellenic Dance performances
Travel to the Peloponnese, Macedonia, and beyond with The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey! Founded in 1972, The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey features 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-generation Greek Americans using dance to preserve and share the spirited folk traditions, history, and culture of villages and regions of Hellenism, including mainland Greece, the islands, Cyprus, and Asia Minor. A visual feast for audiences, performances also feature traditional costumes – most of which were handmade by our founder, Presbytera Eleni Chakalos – that are representative of the various Hellenic communities.
Digba Ogunbiyi Quartet
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Where the pulse of west African traditions meets the harmonic sophistication of Black American music
The Digba Ogunbiyi Quartet is where the pulse of west African music meets the harmonic sophistication of Black American music, creating a sound that honors ancestral pulse while pushing the boundaries of modern jazz. Led by Nigerian pianist and composer Dr. Digba Ogunbiyi, the quartet merges West African rhythmic nuance — particularly Yoruba traditions — with the improvisational freedom of jazz and the structural depth of Western classical harmony. Their performances move from meditative, hymn-like passages to polyrhythmic, dance-driven climaxes, resulting in an experience that is both deeply rooted and forward-looking.
Pipe & Drums of the Atlantic Watch
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With bagpipes and drums setting the tone, each performance is a piece of history
Founded in 1993, the Pipes & Drums of the Atlantic Watch is a nonprofit bagpipe band steeped in the history and tradition of The Black Watch, with special permission to wear its iconic uniform components. From performing at ceremonies like September 11th at Mt. Mitchell and Veteran’s Day events to sharing stages with acts like The Chieftains and The Piano Guys, the band brings a family-centered, teaching-focused spirit to every performance, from New Orleans to Scotland. Currently preparing for the 85th Anniversary of D-Day in Normandy, The Atlantic Watch continues its mission of welcoming musicians of all backgrounds while honoring tradition through music.
NuSpace
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Groove-heavy fusion of funk, soul, pop, and rock
Get ready to enter a NU space! Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Space, the up-and-coming Jersey Shore band NuSpace fuses rock, funk, soul, and pop into groove-heavy performances that electrify. Known for rocking stages like Asbury Lanes and the Wonder Bar, NuSpace makes every show an unforgettable experience.
Yamê & Kriss Zambrano
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Hips don’t lie with traditional raqs sharqi belly dancing
Let the music move you with this 20-minute belly dancing show by Brazilian-American professional raqs sharqi dancer, teacher, and SharqiDance founder Yamê. Set to the colorful, rhythmic sounds of Arabic music, Yamê is nothing short of mesmerizing. Kriss Zambrano accompanies Yamê, keeping the beat going strong with live drumming. After the performance, it’s audience participation time, with a 20-25-minute lesson for those interested in learning the exquisite art of belly dancing.