President Eddy Cooper calls the 50/50!
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Long Branch Festival Cancelled
That about says it. Gov. Christie's declaration of a State of Emergency caused
the City of Long Branch to do the prudent thing and cancel
the Long Branch Festival on Sat. Aug. 27th.
The festival will not be rescheduled.
Come down to the Asbury Park Blues Festival on Sept 17th!
... and stay safe this weekend.
LONG BRANCH JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL: August 27, 2011 ~ Noon to 9:30 pm
The Great Lawn (on the Boardwalk) at Cooper Avenue.
Plenty of parking! (and right next to the Ocean on the Promenade) MAP 
Seven great bands including: Lionel Young Band (Winner - International Blues Challenge)
Featuring a stage for music, Kid's Activities, the Beach, and Fireworks! Rain or Shine!
Lawn chairs encouraged, coolers forbidden, sunscreen a must!
Long Branch Jazz and Blues Festival ~ Music Schedule
Click on a photo or band name for the band's JSJBF info page |
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1:00
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2:00
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JSJBF Youth Project Band
Big Band Jazz
Because of the diversity of age and level of playing ability, the more knowledgeable and proficient student players can mentor the younger students or less accomplished. This aspect of the program enables them to share with each other what they have learned and experienced, bringing their own individual style into the mix to make this music last.
...more on their website
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2:15
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2:45
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Gary Cavico (solo)
Finger-pickin' Blues
Gary Cavico has been singing and playing the blues since the late 60's. His lightning fast flatpick/fingerpick guitar playing style is quite the crowd pleaser, and his soulful singing gives listeners a warm glow.
...more on his website
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3:00
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4:00
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Andy Rothstein and Friends
High energy, dynamic Blues
Blend the styles of Mike Stern, Pat Martino and Stevie Ray Vaughn, plus throw in a little Andy Summers and U2's "The Edge" for good measure you just might end up with a rather unique contemporary jazz guitarist!
...more on his website
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4:15
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5:15
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The Gina Fox Band
Sultry Jazz and Intimate Blues
Her range of influences stretch from the jazz of Etta Jones and Sarah Vaughan, to the blues of Charles Brown and Wynona Carr, and beyond. She is at home with smoky, late-night jazz numbers, then just as comfortable with her original blues. Equally proficient at Jazz and Blues, for Gina, singing is personal... very PERSONAL!
...more on her website
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5:30
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6:30
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Bleu Ocean featuring NY Blues Project
Upbeat Blues and More!
With over 200 collective years of music experience the NEW YORK BLUES PROJECT revitalizes the blues by incorporating Funk, Jump, Dixie, Jazz, Swing, Boogie Woogie, Big Band, Rock, Soul and FUN in their metropolitan take on the Blues.
...more on their website
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6:45
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7:45
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Jonny B & The Bluesblazers
High Energy Harpin' Blues
Jonny B & The Blues Blazers is a high-energy, harmonica-driven pop/blues band with a twist. Their unique blend of high-energy harmonica-driven blues music promises to be a crowd pleaser wherever they perform.
...more on their website
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8:00
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9:30
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Lionel Young Band
Winner of the International Blues Challenge
If you’re not familiar with Lionel, you’re missing out…What makes Lionel stand out is that when he plays, he owns the room. He’s one of those special performers whose able to do his own thing while still playing to the crowd.”
...more on their website
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