Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes

Exit Zero Ferry Park, Friday, September 3. Gates open 5pm

The Story

In a business where success is defined as getting a second single and longevity measured in nanoseconds, simply surviving for thirty-plus years is a rare accomplishment. But Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes have not only survived, they have flourished: more than thirty albums, several Eps and a box set; thousands of live performances around the globe; a legion of dedicated and enthusiastic fans; dozens of classic songs; a release named by Rolling Stone one of the “top 100 albums of the 70s and 80s.”

Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes emerged from the New Jersey shore scene in 1974, and though they carried over a significant influence (and some key personnel) from Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, the Jukes evolved as more of a white R&B horn band in the Memphis Stax Records tradition. Organized by singer John Lyon, guitarist/songwriter Steve Van Zandt (who decamped for the E Street Band in 1975, but continued to produce, manage, and write songs for the Jukes) and Richie Rosenberg, the band is well known for high-energy shows and no-holds-barred songs, including “I Don’t Wanna Go Home,” “Havin’ a Party,” “The Fever,” “Talk to Me,” “Trapped Again,” and “This Time It’s For Real.”

Still tinged with the exuberant rhythm and blues feel that is the Jukes’ trademark, and loaded with the driving sound of the legendary Jukes horn section, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes continue to expound their signature Jersey Shore sound – all for the sheer joy of it.

The Sound

For Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, 'comfortable' has never been a word associated with their brand of raucous, roots-tinged rock and bluesy reverie. Still tinged with the exuberant rhythm and blues feel that is the Jukes' trademark, and loaded with the driving sound of the legendary Jukes horn section, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes continue to expound their signature Jersey Shore sound.

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TICKETS: $50 / $35

$50 / VIP/FRONT LAWN is good for VIP seating Front Lawn. Access to Exit Zero Ferry Park SunSet Lounge and in-door facilities.

$35 General Admission Lawn ticket is good for General Admission entry with BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair).

REMINDERS

5:00pm - Gate Opens

6:00pm - Ocean Avenue Stompers

7:00pm - SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY & THE ASBURY JUKES

Exit Zero Ferry Park and Spy Boy Productions will observe all current State of New Jersey covid guidelines.

Please maintain a distance of 3 feet.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, patrons will be permitted to bring a single clear plastic/vinyl bag (no larger than 13” x 15”) of personal items, subject to inspection before entering the venue. Ziploc bags are permittable. Clutch bags no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” are also permitted and the contents are subject to inspection.

No outside food or beverages (including reusable containers and factory-sealed water bottles). 

Patron re-entry is not permitted. All exits are final.

All purchases within the venue must be paid with cash, credit or debit cards.

Please be mindful of physical distancing guidelines. 

Exit Zero Ferry Park is a smoke-free venue.

Except for service animals, pets are not permitted.

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Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.

Tailgating is prohibited.