Sound

<h2>Harmonies spiral through contagious melodies</h2> On a typical night in Hoboken, checking out the new bands, I caught a couple of tunes by Nectar. Later that night on my way home, I found myself humming their melodies. Always a good sign....

<h2>Does Asbury Park's famed Stone Pony need saving?</h2> There's yet another controversy revolving around the pending revitalization of Asbury Park, NJ. This time it concerns the supposed historic value of The Stone Pony nightclub. ...

<h2>From an e-mail I received on 12/04/01</h2> I stumbled on your site because a friend from work is playing at the Soda Pop Shop and I was reading your review. When I checked into your home page I saw your tribute to George Harrison. It is a beautiful sentiment that speaks to the heart o...

<h2><strong><strong>(February 25, 1943 - November 29, 2001)</strong></strong></h2> When I was a teenager, and first really getting into playing the guitar, it was the flashy, fast, furious, effects laden sound wizards that were the most appealing to me. This was not an unusual position fo...

<h2>Live at The Rodeo/Ristra Lounge Hoboken, NJ</h2> I've often wrestled with the notion that what I do as a musician and a writer is, well, pointless and somewhat unimportant. I mean what is it really but me just being a big child play-acting?...

<h2>Live at the John Harms Theater - Englewood, NJ</h2> I was in a very shitty mood this one particular Wednesday morning several weeks ago. Bad night's sleep, cut myself several times shaving, technical problems on the computer, I hadn't had a cigarette since a very dear friend took my p...

Well-crafted, groove-filled melodic tunes mixed with a smooth sense of harmony...

<h2>Going down to Baltimore...Going in an off white Honda</h2> OK, so my Honda is silver, never the less, Soul Coughing's El Oso is the perfect companion for putting the pedal down along any open stretch of highway. Unfortunately, this is a sunny summer Saturday with the masses struggli...

<h2>I'm always thrilled to learn of new places to see live music</h2> Not only is the Soda Pop Shop new to me because I have never been here before, it is just an odd combination for this day and age. We've all seen Happy Days with Potsie singing at Arnold's. Now picture that with much co...

Written by my friend Kenyata Sullivan...

<h2>I don't really get to Boonton much, but ...</h2> As I walked through the door I ran into Kevin Cameron who was the Executive Producer of this music and art event. Kevin is an assemblage artist and some of his unique sculptures were on display. He is also a graphic artist and designer....

<h2>* NOTE: THIS CLUB HAS CLOSED *</h2> This was the first night of live music ever at a dance club called Duvel Lounge (240 Dayton Ave. Clifton, NJ) and it was sponsored by Hipnosis Magazine. A very interesting space with loads of potential. ...