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“When you hear something that makes you feel alive, that reminds you just how precious and beautiful this world can be, there’s nothing else quite like it,” says Stephen Day. “It’s like striking gold.”
Day should know. Gold Mine, the Georgia native’s latest full-length album, is a dazzling, genre-blending triumph, one that proudly wears its heart on its sleeve as it tips its cap to everything from Frank Sinatra and Glen Campbell to John Mayer and Stevie Wonder. Written and recorded in Day’s adopted hometown of Nashville, the collection pairs vintage melodic sensibilities with a modern sonic palette to forge a warm, lush sound that’s equal parts neo-soul and classic country. Hot on the album’s heels, Day is back with an upcoming three-track companion EP that picks up where the original record left off.
The son of a pastor and a nurse practitioner, Day first discovered the power of music in church, where he was surrounded by singers and instruments every Sunday morning. At 18, he moved to Nashville, and the next year, he released his breakout debut EP, Undergrad Romance and the Moses in Me. Since then, Day has amassed more than 140 million streams, landed a record deal with Riser House, earned a sync placement in the Will Ferrell comedy Strays, and toured with the likes of Stephen Sanchez, Teddy Swims, Allen Stone, Lawrence, and Ben Rector.

Musical chemistry is a rare, intangible thing. But for Andy Platts and Shawn Lee, the creative force behind Young Gun Silver Fox the unmalleable, unspoken connection that gives their work such a unique and distinctive sound was apparent from their first experiences in a studio together.
Alongside their now decade plus long tenure as Young Gun Silver Fox where they have built up a growing fanbase which includes the likes of Hans Zimmer, Jeff Lynne, and The Black Pumas to name a few , both have already received plaudits for their individual creative excursions. American born, UK based musician Shawn Lee through his own extensive catalogue of recordings with the likes of Shawn Lee’s Ping Pong Orchestra and his well-received solo albums, as well as a go to award winning producer and multi-instrumentalist for the likes of James Morrison and Joel Culpepper, and more recently musical director and drummer for the legendary Asha Puthli in Europe, USA & Australia .
Meanwhile the multi-talented Andy Platts is the chief songwriter and leader of much loved Brit-soul sensations Mamas Gun. He’s also clocked up a plethora of song writing collaborations with legends such as Rod Temperton and Brian Jackson, as well as writing songs for the forthcoming album of rising UK soul star MT Jones for this forthcoming debut album and they both co wrote the title track of the latest Take That album ‘This Life’ which went to number 1 in the UK charts.
Of their initial hook up Shawn explains that “It was about 2006 when we came across each other on Myspace and I checked out Andy and saw that he knew a couple of the same people, and I was impressed with his talents so I sent him a message saying we should hook up and do something, and he never got back to me of course! But maybe it was around 2009 when we first spoke.”
Taking their name from Andy’s standing as youngest band member and Shawn’s resplendent silver locks, and sensing they were kindred musical spirits, the duo set about crafting their 2015 debut West End Coast, bonding over a shared love of the smooth sounds of ’70s pop-soul and artist’s such as Ned Doheny, Hall & Oates, Steely Dan and the breezy, west coast stylings that had been in Shawn’s musical DNA since his youth. “I remember at one point thinking Steely Dan was the ultimate group because they had hit singles and were on the radio and I’m like ‘man they’re accessible and they’re in the mainstream but their music is so sophisticated and so musical and they have the best playing and the best arrangements.’ I just thought if you could do that then you’ve won, that’s the ultimate thing musically for me that if I could do something like that, that had all those qualities but was still accessible then you’re killing it. Music like that and bands like that are rare, it’s a really special thing. And there’s something about Young Gun Silver Fox that’s winning on those two fronts.”
The release of their 2015 debut album West End Coast was timely, riding in at the beginning of an overdue reappraisal of the previously maligned world of music that became (unfairly) grouped under the then fashionable ‘Yacht Rock’ tag, and Young Gun Silver Fox came straight out the box with a perfectly curated record that fused all the best components of mid ’70s to early ’80s contemporary pop and soul. Much to their own surprise, the band immediately found its audience. “We were surprised,” explains Andy, “we were making it for us and we thought we’d try and put it out and it would be great to even play it live but we had no idea that it would find the audience that we hoped it might find, and we got really lucky in places like Holland where it really took off and we were playing big venues.”
If West End Coast lit a musical spark then follow up AM Waves, released in 2018 fanned the flames and helped turn Young Gun Silver Fox into a self-made success story, showing a growing synergy between the two musicians that shone through on tunes like the deep, funky pop of ‘Caroline’, ‘Lenny’s deceptively poignant balladry and the beachside disco of ‘Kingston Boogie’. “After the first album was done it was like ‘yeah, this really works and this feels good’ and we’d only just scratched the surface of it” says Andy. “So by the time we hit AM Waves we were really confidently digging in and chomping at the bit really.”
Continuing to build on the reputation forged from their recorded output, Shawn and Andy followed up with stellar live shows and a touring schedule that took them round the world, finding fans in the many far flung corners of the world and securing the endorsement of musical legends. “I was surprised to discover how many Brazilian musicians were fans when I was in Rio doing some recording,” enthuses Shawn, “and I was very pleased to hear that Jeff Lynne from ELO was a big fan.”
2020’s Canyons cemented the band as a permanent fixture in people’s hearts and minds and elevated them to the status afforded on their own musical heroes, nailing the tricky skill of making deceptively layered and richly arranged music sound effortless. Whether through the easy rolling groove of opener ‘Kids’, euphoric horn blasts of ‘Dream Woman’ or masterful song writing of closing piano ballad ‘All This Love’, this was band reveling in reaching new heights.
The pandemic induced lockdown provided time for the duo to reflect but not to rest on their laurels, and October 2022 saw the band release their fourth work to date, the aptly titled Ticket To Shangri La, a culmination of everything the band do best, and a record that transports you to musical paradise the second the piano stabs of opener ‘Still Got It Goin’ On’ kick in and the one-two sucker punch of second track (and the albums lead single) ‘West Side Jet’ lifts you off your feet with its four to the floor rhythm and joy-inducing chorus.
The last albums genesis came from the sharing of songs and recordings online, with each member embellishing the other’s tunes, whether that was Andy adding melodies and lyrics or Shawn laying down extra instrumentation. Says Andy of the process; “When Shawn sends me stuff all the musical variables are done so it’s out of my hands and that’s great but it’s horrible as well, because I get to see Shawn’s mind working and he’s given me his stuff but I might think ‘I wouldn’t put that chord there I’d do that’ and I think ‘oh fuck, how do I work with this!’ I really enjoy that because it keeps you on your toes and you don’t rest on your laurels, you gotta bring your ‘A’ game and scrub up!” And although Shawn’s desire was to up the groove factor on this album, as always it comes down to choosing the absolute best songs. “I knew it was gonna be coming down to what the best songs are, I do think it’s an album of bangers though, the whole first five or six songs hit you and there hasn’t been another one of our records like that, it’s strong man.”
Three years later the band are preparing to release their fifth album ‘Pleasure’, after an insanely busy year completing their largest US tour to date in 2024 as well as touring Europe, including supporting The Black Pumas both in the US & UK, who personally asked for them to support them, as they are such big fans of the band.
‘Pleasure’ took on a different and more personable recording process, after four albums with both musicians laying down ideas in their own studios and sending files back and across via email. Shawn in London and Andy in Norfolk, this album Shawn travelled to Andy’s studio The Prairie for four days in December 2024 and back again in January 2025. The duo commenced furiously writing & recording ideas from a completely blank slate. Over half of the album’s 10 songs were birthed from these in-person sessions. This was a real game changer and evolution of the game for Andy and Shawn.
The only additional musicians on the album are the horn players. Nichol Thomson trombone & arrangements, Tom Walsh on trumpet & Graeme Blevins on sax and flute. The rest is handled by Andy and Shawn. Andy engineered these sessions and the album was later mixed & finished at Shawn’s London studio with Pierre Duplan, helping engineer and mix it.
“At this point YGSF are continuing to build on their back catalogue and we are constantly thinking about using our collective strengths to evolve”, explains Andy.
What happens next is open to fate, but one certainty is that Andy and Shawn will continue to come up with the goods. “The ‘West Coast’ vibe was really a jumping off point initially,” says Andy. “The more music we make, the more it really is all about what Shawn & I do together naturally, and so that’s evolving the MO of the whole project all the time in a really natural way.”

Think:X is a dynamic musical collective that reimagines the music of Pink Floyd through immersive, multimedia performances. This supergroup features a lineup of renowned musicians, each bringing their unique backgrounds to the ensemble:
Scott Page: Saxophonist and rhythm guitarist, known for his work with Pink Floyd, Toto, and Supertramp
Stephen Perkins: Drummer from Jane’s Addiction.
Norwood Fisher: Bassist from Fishbone
Kenny Olson: Guitarist associated with Kid Rock and the Hendrix Experience
Roberta Freeman: Vocalist who has performed with Pink Floyd and Guns N’ Roses
Derek Day: Solo Artist and Frontman of Classless Act, known for his energetic performances
Will Champlin: Vocalist with credits including One Direction and Kill Will
Think:X is more than a tribute band; they aim to bridge the gap between the human spirit and technological innovation, offering one-of-a-kind live immersive concert experiences.
Their performances are known for their deep grooves and mind-expanding visuals, creating a unique and engaging experience for audiences.​
For more information and updates on their performances, you can visit their official website: .

Formed in 1988 by Lo Faber, Aaron Maxwell, Dan Pifer, Jon Bevo, and Tom Osander, God Street Wine played a prominent role in the early jam band scene alongside fellow New Yorkers Blues Traveler and Spin Doctors. Veterans of the HORDE Tour as well as runs with The Allman Brothers, Bruce Hornsby and The Black Crowes, they also released 5 albums and performed more than 1,000 shows across the United States in their first decade together.
In 1999 the band split up after playing a three night farewell engagement at the Wetlands Preserve in NYC. Selected performances from these final shows were compiled into the posthumous live album “Good To the Last Drop”.
After almost a decade apart, GSW reunited privately in 2009 to honor the passing of an old friend and a year later played four concerts in NYC benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Infrequent but memorable gatherings continued at Bob Weir’s TRI Studios, Sweetwater Music Hall, rambles with Phil Lesh at Terrapin Crossroads and Jam Cruise. In 2013 they released a 25th anniversary box set retrospective and the documentary film All The Way To Here. Several years later the band ‑ now spread out across the globe in New York, New Orleans and Berlin ‑ started collaborating on new studio tracks which led to eight new single releases in 2017-18 and the full length album This Fine Town in 2019.
After eight shows in summer 2019, other projects and commitments brought the band to another hiatus – a break that ended up longer than expected due to the Covid pandemic. After four years apart, GSW got together again in 2023 with two New York area shows to benefit MS4MS (Mission Stadiums for Multiple Sclerosis).
2024 brought more activity for GSW! On top of marking the 30th anniversary of the band’s 1st major label release, $1.99 Romances, and digitally releasing the long-lost Hot Sweet & Juicy, the band is also releasing 3 albums from their catalog (Bag, $1.99 Romances, Hot Sweet & Juicy) on vinyl for the first time. This will all culminate with the original fivesome performing together again with four New York area shows!

When Michael Minelli sings, you know it’s him. With show stopping delivery, dynamic range, and timeless panache, the Connecticut born and raised entertainer immediately sets himself apart. If you’ve ever seen Michael live, you know the energy he brings is 1 of 1.
For Minelli, it’s all a matter of soul. “Soul is the core of everything” he affirms. “It’s that thing you can’t put a finger on. Anytime somebody hears my music, I want them to immediately say, ‘That’s a Michael Minelli record’.”
With over a decade of experience as an entertainer, Minelli seems to finally have hit his stride gaining over 200 million views across social media platforms, over 2 million followers and more than 30 million streams on his music.
Michael set the foundation in 2024, doing 3 support tours for Anees, Marc E. Bassy & SonReal. Now in 2025, it’s time Minelli hits the road, but as a headliner. One thing is for sure, this tour will be unlike any other befo

Socratic is an American rock band from Cranford and Linden, New Jersey, known for their unique blend of emo, indie rock, and pop punk. The band rose to prominence in the mid-2000s, recognized for their emotionally charged lyrics, piano-driven arrangements, and melodic instrumentation.
Their debut full-length album on Drive-Thru Records, Lunch for the Sky (2005), became a standout in the emo-pop scene. The record drew comparisons to artists like The Early November and The New Amsterdams, and was famously described by Alternative Press as “Jimmy Eat World overdosed on Meat Loaf.”
Now, 20 years later, Socratic is reuniting to perform Lunch for the Sky in its entirety — celebrating the album’s original release on September 6, 2005. This special anniversary show marks a rare opportunity for longtime fans to experience the album live, front to back.
“It’s hard to get sick of an album that puts me in such a good mood” – absolutepunk.net
“Everything is so sweet and melodic, listening to Socratic is like forgetting about your life and your problems” – altsounds.com

Damn the Torpedoes is the definitive spot-on Petty Tribute! Every show is a celebration of everything Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Join us at the Wonder for a two-set show loaded with Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers hits and fan favorites… a must see show for any Petty fan! DDT is a great live retrospective of the Petty music catalogue. Join us for a fun rocking Holiday Party at the Wonder Bar!

YAWN MOWER
10 Year Anniversary and Record Release Show
Rilo Kiley After Party
with Milk St.
Yawn Mower are a rock duo from Asbury Park, New Jersey that formed in 2015. While in their former bands, guitarist and vocalist Mike Chick and drummer Biff Swenson met playing shows in Seaside Heights and Asbury Park, and considered jamming, which began after Chick bought a baritone guitar and suggested they start a two-piece band. Yawn Mower is known for their fuzz-rock guitars, crunchy hooks and sense of humor as The Jersey Journal describes their blend of music to be “spazzy surf rock” and a “comedic two-man guitar/drums act who look and sound like two of The Muppets.” They released several EPs independently and on in the Clouds Records, and opened for the alternative rock band Electric Six. This is a 10 year Anniversary and Record Release show celebrating their sophomore album “I JUST CAN’T WAIT TO DIE” with special guests Milk St. Also this is a Rilo Kiley After Party!

Since 2009, SuperSonic have established themselves as North America’s elite tribute to one of Britain’s most infamous rock ‘n’ roll bands, OASIS. The band’s raw energy sound, Gallagher brother-like looks and “cool Britannia” personas instantly rewind you back to the height of ’90s Britpop and the band’s meteoric rise to international fame.
With classic hit songs like Live Forever, SuperSonic, Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back In Anger and Champagne Supernova, audiences can only find themselves erupting into soccer stadium like sing alongs in a home team win type of atmosphere! Re-live one of the greatest sounds in rock history. Re-live OASIS with SuperSonic.

JOHNNY MULLENAX – Johnny Mullenax, a Tulsa native, grew up in a musical family. He started playing the guitar at age 5. In his teens, he followed his family to the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kansas. In typical Johnny fashion, he showed up with just a guitar and ended up sleeping in a stand-up bass case. At 18, he used a friend’s ID to get into a club where he was part of a live hip hop band backing rappers. According to Johnny, “Life is too short to play one style of music, and if you have an opportunity to try something different then you should give it a shot.”
Claiming wide-ranging influences from AC/DC and The Ramones to John Coltrane and Parliament, Johnny calls his genre-bending sound a funky country bluegrass good time!
Before COVID, Johnny went out on the road with fellow Okie TJ McFarland (Tennessee Jet)and started connecting to a network of other touring musicians. He always wanted to start his own project, and after playing as a sideman for seven years with several bands, he finally took that leap.
GRIFFIN WILLIAM SHERRY – Griffin William Sherry, the Maine-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist, is known for his ability to craft stories that resonate deeply, whether they’re shared around a campfire or at a summer festival. After spending twelve years fronting The Ghost of Paul Revere, Griffin steps into the spotlight as a solo artist with his debut album, *Hundred Mile Wilderness*. His music, characterized by a powerful vocal delivery and no-frills instrumentation, delves into the joys and challenges of small-town life and the personal journey of self-discovery. Through songs filled with raw honesty and eloquent lyricism, Griffin continues to explore life’s big questions, inviting listeners to pause and appreciate the moment. Now, with a new chapter unfolding, he’s more determined than ever to tell his story in his own voice.

Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.
J.C. Soon
Sarah Gross
Greg Townsend

Formed in 2014 by Odell M, former bassist of the legendary disco group *The Trammps*, The Discoteks bring the unforgettable energy of the 70s back to the stage with a bang. This dynamic 9-piece band delivers an electrifying performance that’s packed with high-energy grooves, explosive horns, harmonizing vocals, and crowd-engaging performers—ensuring the dance floor stays packed all night long.
The band’s members boast an impressive resume, having performed with iconic acts such as *The Trammps*, Wallstreet, Chubby Checker, Millie Jackson, Paul Anka, The Platters, Bobby Rydell, and Peggy Lee. With decades of experience in the music industry, they bring a level of musicianship and showmanship that elevates every performance to an unforgettable experience.
Paying tribute to the golden era of disco and Motown, The Discoteks perform all the classic hits that made the 70s a musical revolution. Dressed in eye-catching, sequin-filled attire, their stage presence is as dazzling as their sound—guaranteeing a night of non-stop fun, audience participation, and dancing. Whether you’re reliving the disco fever or discovering it for the first time, The Discoteks is the ultimate party band that keeps the spirit of the 70s alive and kicking!

Whether Billy Hector is teasing you with his sultry slide work, picking through delta blues or flat-out cranking it up and crunching out the electric blues/rock on his beloved vintage Fender Stratocaster, his music reflects the true soul and origins of the blues; always passionate, engaging and dedicated to making the audience move and sweat. Having honed his chops and style through three decades of performances, Hector is critically recognized as one of the hottest and most interesting guitarist/songwriters on the original circuit and has even been called “A New Jersey state treasure” by music writers.
Early in his career, Billy Hector identified himself as a deeply grounded and versatile player drawing his influences from important predecessors including T-Bone Walker, Freddie King, Jimi Hendrix, Roy Buchanan and a host of others across musical style and genre. But, as with all truly great musicians, recognizable influences are interesting only insofar as they provide a departure point for the musician’s spirit. It falls on the musician to shape his predecessor’s ideas into music that does not simply replicate but engagingly adds to the whole. Most can only aspire to this level of creation; Billy Hector generates it in spades, and it happens every night.
In the late 70s, Hector’s first stop was as the guitarist for The Shots, a horn-driven R&B group that took over the house band role from Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes at the renowned Stone Pony. He moved on as lead guitarist for Hot Romance, a band based at the infamous Mrs. Jay’s biker bar in Asbury Park that also began receiving New York City radio airplay for its original songs.
In the mid-80’s, drawn back to earlier musical roots, Billy Hector formed the five-piece blues/rock band The Fairlanes and, co-wrote and released three independent albums on the Blue Jersey label.
By early 1993, Hector regrouped as a power trio and renamed his band The Billy Hector Band. The band’s present lineup is guitars/lead vocals Billy Hector, drummer Sim Cain and bassist Tim Tindall. The Billy Hector Band also performs acoustic blues in multiple personnel configurations.
A prolific songwriter/composer, Billy Hector has fourteen albums to his credit, most on the independent Ghetto Surf label. And with over thirty-five years of performing under his belt, Billy Hector is recognized as one of the hottest guitarists and songwriters playing the original circuit and serves up what more than one reviewer has called “one of the best shows you’ll ever see.”

An Evening with COOL COOL COOL – Cool Cool Cool blends the best of Funk, House, and R&B to create a sound that is truly unique. With dynamic female-led vocals, a tight horn section, swirling synths, and a rhythm section that lays down a wicked groove, this band knows how to deliver an electrifying performance. When you see Cool Cool Cool in person, you’ll be swept up by the energy of their music and unforgettable live show.
After spending more than a decade traveling the world together with the touring act Turkuaz, the members of Cool Cool Cool decided to team up and form their own band in 2022. Their shared experiences, from playing dive bars to international festival stages, helped them develop a close bond that goes far beyond music. In Cool Cool Cool, this bond translates into a powerful synergy that allows each band member to showcase their individual talents, creativity, and passion.
Cool Cool Cool toured the U.S. in 2024 both as a headlining act, as well as the supporting band for Talking Heads members Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew (David Bowie, King Crimson) on their “Remain In Light” tour.

The SOAP Gathering 2025 features many of the musicians who helped create the “Sounds of Asbury Park.” Doc Holiday began rocking Asbury in the ’60s with Jaywalkers and the great Johnny Shaw (RIP). At the age of 92, Doc is still a top Nashville producer and has asked his Asbury SOAP friends to join him for a special SOAP gathering at the Wonder Bar. Confirmed performers include Vini Lopez, Leon Trent, Nicky Addeo, Nikki Addeo, Stormin’ Norman Seldin, and Pam McCoy with The Wonderful Winos. Devin Michaels & Hell or Highwater, Stilletto & the Saxman, Pam McCoy, Jobonanno, and Meagan Solomon and many more! Proceeds from this Event support – Sunflowers for Soldiers.

Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.
Mr. Fang
Heaven
Sacred Lawns

Get ready to step back into the electrifying era of new wave pop with Double Duran, The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience. From the moment we hit the stage, we bring the iconic sound, energy, and style of the legendary British band that defined a generation. Relive the magic of chart-topping hits like “Hungry Like the Wolf,” “Rio,” and “Girls on Film” as we transport you to a time when music was wild, fashion was bold, and every beat made you want to dance.
Our mission is simple: to celebrate and recreate the powerful, synth-driven sounds and captivating visuals of Duran Duran’s greatest hits. With high-energy performances and attention to detail, Double Duran captures the essence of the original band – complete with the look, feel, and excitement that make every show unforgettable.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the Duran Duran experience, come join us for a night of timeless hits and nostalgic fun. Let’s make memories together and keep the spirit of Duran Duran alive!

He takes a month out of each year to visit the living rooms of his fans around the country…His band and nonprofit organization RallySound host a free festival every summer that raised $151,000 for homeless veterans in 2024…He live-streamed for 500 nights in a row during the pandemic…They co-produced an album with 163 fans…
If you haven’t connected with Adam Ezra Group yet, these are just a few examples to help you understand how this underground, Americana songwriter and his bandmates seem to have popped out of nowhere, establishing a connection with their fans unlike any other, and are suddenly selling out theaters throughout the Northeast.
Adam Ezra will joke with you that while the “nowhere” part might be accurate, nothing has ever just “popped” for this folk musician, activist. Without resources, connections, or any kind of clue how the music world works, Ezra began playing shows over 20 years ago. When music venues wouldn’t hire him, he played bars, bookstores, fields, and parking lots, often raising money for causes he cared about; a practice that grew into his nonprofit organization RallySound.
“We’d play 5 hours a night,” Adam reminisces, “more often than not, in danger of outnumbering the audiences we were playing for…”
So how did this band operating so far outside the traditional music world come to win New England Music Award’s “Americana Act of the Year” in 2023? What could have happened to inspire John Oates to call Adam and invite him to begin a songwriting friendship that would lead to John producing their latest release and co-write, “Hold Each Other Now”? What happened to catch the attention of The Wallflowers, who recently invited AEG to join them on their spring tour, or SPIN Magazine who recently proclaimed, “This Independent Underground Folk Band Is Blowing Up Without Selling Out”?
If you ask Adam, he’ll tell you:
“One person at a time, over many years and thousands of shows, decided to turn their heads to listen. One person at a time decided to share our music with folks they care about. That’s always been our story. It’s no fairytale, but it sure makes me proud and humbled when I look out from the stage to watch theaters full of people singing along to our music.”
These days you’ll find Adam and his bandmates, Corinna Smith (Fiddle), Poche Ponce (Bass), and Alex Martin (Percussion), constantly out on the road. If you look at their tour schedule now, you can buy tickets to see them at festivals, rock venues, and theaters around the country, but you will also see their tour continuously peppered with activism and grassroots events; a testament to an artist who will never forget where he came from, and whose mission is about much more than music.

Land Rover Monmouth presents Asbury Jams
Shane Guerrette
Michael Wilbur
SHANE GUERRETTE – It’s the old way of doing things that inspires a new sound for upstate NY-based artist, Shane Guerrette. Drawing influence from classic soul and roots rock genres, Shane has only just begun to craft his own retro flavored sound. Having self-produced two albums since 2022, a considerable buzz amongst industry and fans alike has been built – leading to millions of streams, multiple tours and festival appearances. Since the start of 2023, Shane and his band have toured relentlessly, opening up for acts such as The Heavy Heavy, Neal Francis, The Sheepdogs, The Wood Brothers, Black Joe Lewis, & The Stone Foxes as well as playing at major festivals such as Rhythm and Roots, Winnetka, and Alternating Currents. With a new album due out later in 2025, you’re going to want to keep an eye on what’s next for this rising star.
MICHAEL WILBUR – Michael Wilbur is a highly acclaimed American multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and vocalist, celebrated for his virtuosity on the Bass and Tenor Saxophones. Born in Brockton, MA, and currently based in Western Massachusetts, Michael’s musical journey began at the New School in New York City, where he co-founded the groundbreaking band Moon Hooch. Known for their unique blend of jazz, dance music, and experimental hip-hop, Moon Hooch quickly gained fame for their electrifying performances on New York City subway platforms before achieving international acclaim. In addition to his work with Moon Hooch, Michael Wilbur is a co-founder of Thundersmack, bringing his innovative sound to new heights. His solo projects showcase a broad range of genres, defying traditional musical boundaries and captivating audiences worldwide. Beyond his performance career, Michael is a dedicated vegan and environmental advocate, integrating his commitment to sustainability into his artistic endeavors. He also engages in educational initiatives, sharing his expertise through music lessons and speaking at events such as TEDx conferences.

Phillip-Michael Scales
Fifteen seconds into his latest album Good to Be Here, Phillip-Michael Scales sings, “Toes pointed toward the road / Hard times picking at my bones,” before launching into the anthemic chorus: “I couldn’t walk away if I tried / I’m gonna light up the sky.” The song sets a determined tone for the album, reflecting Scales’ journey as an artist.
In Chicago, Scales honed his craft, playing 308 gigs in 2018 and crediting the city with teaching him how to hustle. This drive carried him to Nashville, where he gained traction on the radio station; Lightning 100, released his debut album Sinner-Songwriter, toured Europe, appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and opened national tours for Keb’ Mo’ and Caravan Palace. Grammy-nominated producer Dan Knobler (Lake Street Dive, Allison Russell, and Bahamas) later joined forces with Scales to produce Good to Be Here.
Without a label or viral hit, Scales has built his career through relentless effort—long drives behind tour busses, self-management, and learning the business firsthand. His music channels the grit of Stax-era soul, cataloging the journey of building a dream brick by brick. Make no mistake there is an undercurrent of fun throughout whether he’s finding love in “Can’t Get Enough” or getting his swagger back in “Be My Own Man.” As Scales puts it: “I wouldn’t say that I’ve ‘arrived,’ but… it’s good to be here.”

Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.
Black Lipstick Presents
Strange Neighbors
Pucker Up!
Monte Maybe
TAR

DRAMARAMA
A DRAMARAMA WEEKEND, AUG. 9 & 10 AT THE WONDER BAR
TWO NIGHTS, TWO DIFFERENT SHOWS FEATURING TWO GREAT DRAMARAMA ALBUMS
On Saturday the band will play Color TV in its entirety and on Sunday night the band performs Stuck in Wonderamaland in its entirety plus both nights feature your fave Dramarama songs plus tracks from each one of their albums. This has never happened before and may never happen again!
Rooted in distorted grit, punk energy, and American songbook eloquence, and sporting three of the original “four-ish” members (“four-ish,” you ask? Well, they didn’t start out with a permanent drummer), Dramarama has always been both classic and cutting-edge. This iconic alternative rock group was formed in the basement of a record store in Wayne, New Jersey by John Easdale [singer, songwriter], Mark Englert [lead, rhythm guitar], Peter Wood [lead, rhythm guitar], and have, for the past 18-plus years, been joined by Mike Davis [bass] and Tony Snow [drums], who not only preserve but strengthen the spirit that established Dramarama as a history making force in 1982.
As the story goes, John, Peter and Mark traded New Jersey for Los Angeles. Long before the nineties alt rock radio boom, the West Coast initially embraced the group’s single, “Anything, Anything (I’ll Give You…)” (off their 1985 debut, Cinéma Vérité), as the de facto anthem of the nascent alternative nation. It notably made history as one of the most requested songs of all time on KROQ 106.7 FM in Los Angeles. It could also be heard loud and clear everywhere from A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master to HBO’s Entourage. And although Dramarama has yet to become a household name (still the next big thing), Easdale’s work has been cited as an influence on several major bands of the last three decades.
On the heels of Cinéma Vérité’s success the band delivered a decade of fan favorite albums: Box Office Bomb [1987], Stuck in Wonderamaland [1989], Vinyl [1991] and Hi-Fi Sci-Fi [1993], and after a 10-year hiatus served up Everybody Dies in 2005. As their legacy solidified, more critical praise followed. The Chicago Sun Times christened them “one of America’s best rock bands” and the Los Angeles Times proclaimed Easdale “one of the finest singer/songwriters of these times.” And the praise continues as Dramarama’s latest release, Color TV, was named one of the Top 10 Albums of 2020 by legendary music journalist and critic Robert Christgau.
The band is having more fun than ever and exudes a confidence and ease that can only come through experience and mutual respect. As Easdale puts it, “Few things compare to that sense of uninhibitedness you feel during a great show — waving your fist, stomping your feet, singing out loud and not [caring] about anything but the music. I’m proud to say that this is the feeling experienced by both the band and audience at the vast majority of Dramarama live shows — fast, tight, loud, sweaty sing-a-longs. EVERY time we play, the audience’s pleasure is our primary concern.”

DRAMARAMA
A DRAMARAMA WEEKEND, AUG. 9 & 10 AT THE WONDER BAR
TWO NIGHTS, TWO DIFFERENT SHOWS FEATURING TWO GREAT DRAMARAMA ALBUMS
On Saturday the band will play Color TV in its entirety and on Sunday night the band performs Stuck in Wonderamaland in its entirety plus both nights feature your fave Dramarama songs plus tracks from each one of their albums. This has never happened before and may never happen again!
Rooted in distorted grit, punk energy, and American songbook eloquence, and sporting three of the original “four-ish” members (“four-ish,” you ask? Well, they didn’t start out with a permanent drummer), Dramarama has always been both classic and cutting-edge. This iconic alternative rock group was formed in the basement of a record store in Wayne, New Jersey by John Easdale [singer, songwriter], Mark Englert [lead, rhythm guitar], Peter Wood [lead, rhythm guitar], and have, for the past 18-plus years, been joined by Mike Davis [bass] and Tony Snow [drums], who not only preserve but strengthen the spirit that established Dramarama as a history making force in 1982.
As the story goes, John, Peter and Mark traded New Jersey for Los Angeles. Long before the nineties alt rock radio boom, the West Coast initially embraced the group’s single, “Anything, Anything (I’ll Give You…)” (off their 1985 debut, Cinéma Vérité), as the de facto anthem of the nascent alternative nation. It notably made history as one of the most requested songs of all time on KROQ 106.7 FM in Los Angeles. It could also be heard loud and clear everywhere from A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master to HBO’s Entourage. And although Dramarama has yet to become a household name (still the next big thing), Easdale’s work has been cited as an influence on several major bands of the last three decades.
On the heels of Cinéma Vérité’s success the band delivered a decade of fan favorite albums: Box Office Bomb [1987], Stuck in Wonderamaland [1989], Vinyl [1991] and Hi-Fi Sci-Fi [1993], and after a 10-year hiatus served up Everybody Dies in 2005. As their legacy solidified, more critical praise followed. The Chicago Sun Times christened them “one of America’s best rock bands” and the Los Angeles Times proclaimed Easdale “one of the finest singer/songwriters of these times.” And the praise continues as Dramarama’s latest release, Color TV, was named one of the Top 10 Albums of 2020 by legendary music journalist and critic Robert Christgau.
The band is having more fun than ever and exudes a confidence and ease that can only come through experience and mutual respect. As Easdale puts it, “Few things compare to that sense of uninhibitedness you feel during a great show — waving your fist, stomping your feet, singing out loud and not [caring] about anything but the music. I’m proud to say that this is the feeling experienced by both the band and audience at the vast majority of Dramarama live shows — fast, tight, loud, sweaty sing-a-longs. EVERY time we play, the audience’s pleasure is our primary concern.”

Formed & lead by singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist and ex-Meat Loaf band member, Ray Andersen in 2018. This exciting, sexy rock and roll show is a musical celebration of the music of David Bowie, as well as songs he either co-wrote and/or produced like Walk On The Wild Side/Lou Reed, All The Young Dudes/Mott The Hoople, Under Pressure by Queen plus some glam-rock gems from the 70’s like Fox On The Run by Sweet, Bang A Gong by T Rex, & more. Ray and his band pride themselves on doing note for note renditions of timeless Bowie classics!
Dig deep into your closets or peruse your local thrift shop, and join them in colorful, glam-rock 70s/80s-style clothes and make-up, and party to the music of the master musical chameleon…. “Let all the children boogie!”
Ray is joined by some of the area’s most talented & sought-after singers & musicians:
Reagan Richards – vocals (Williams Honor)
Layonne Holmes – vocals (Motor City Revue, Jon Bon Jovi’s Kings Of Suburbia)
Arne Wendt – keys, vocals, (Jon Bon Jovi’s Kings Of Suburbia)
Ralph Notaro – guitar, vocals (Taylor, Simon, King: A Celebration of American Troubadours)
Tommy Labella – sax, flute, harmonica (10,000 Maniacs)
Mike Doktorski – bass (various recording sessions/tours)
This show’s guest drummer will be Chris O’Hara