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ROCKIN JOE'S JERSEY SHORE

BEST ROCK DANCE BANDS

PICKS, DATES & LOCATIONS

UPDATED EACH WEEK

FOR THE OVER 40 CROWD

Classic Rock Nights

Get ready to groove to the timeless tunes of classic rock this weekend! We're highlighting some fantastic shows featuring bands that capture the essence of the genre, perfect for those over 40 looking to relive the glory days and enjoy a night of dancing.

B2 Bistro on the water, has a very large dance floor above in Bayville,  30 min. from Belmar. Large stage, good dance set up and good bands. CASUAL DRESS, FUN PEOPLE. MUST SEE.

 

Best Dance Rock LOCATIONS 

BEST ROCK DANCE DESTINATONS ON THE SHORE

FOR STYLE, LARGE DANCE FLOORS, WATER VIEWS

The first six are on the water and listed in order are: 

 

1. B2 BISTRO IN BAYVILLE

2. MARTELLS TIKI BAR IN POINT PLEASANT

3. MARINA GRILL IN BELMAR

4. RIVER ROCK IN BRICK

5. WATERSTREET IN TOM'S RIVER

6. JENKENSON'S IN POINT PLEASANT

7. WONDERBAR IN ASBURY PARK

8. HEMMINGWAYS IN SEASIDE

9. BAR A IN BELMAR

10. MOORES TAVERN IN FREEHOLD

 

If you're in the mood for high-energy beats and irresistible rhythms, our dance rock selections and locations will have you moving all night long. These bands know how to get the crowd going, making it a perfect choice for a fun-filled evening on the Jersey Shore.

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BACK TO THE SHOWS

Experience the raw energy and rebellious spirit of rock and roll with our curated list of shows this weekend. These bands bring the classics to life, ensuring a memorable night of music and dance for the over 40 crowd seeking an authentic rock and roll experience.

 

A DANCERS THEME SONG BELOW FROM A FRIEND

 

The song " Harvest Moon " by Neil Young he sings the following vocals and I agree. 

Full Moon Rising 

Lets go dancing in the night.

We know where's the music playing 

Let's go out and feel the night.

That's what this website is about. 

Good music, good people, good times.

Feel the excitement in the night.

 

Great show. The video is Brian Kirk playing The Rolling Stones at The Reef and Barrel this past friday. NOTE: THE " JERSEY MUSIC " SUSCRIPTION WEBSITE WAS AT BRIAN KIRKS SHOW TAKING THE SAME VIDEOS AS ME, THEY MUST LIKE MY PICKS AND THERE SELLING A $9.99 MONTHLY SURSCRIPTION. SEE MINE AND FEEL LIKE YOUR THERE FOR FREE. 

 

  

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THE TOP ROCK DANCE MUSIC BANDS ON THE JERSEY SHORE ARE THESE BANDS THAT PLAY TOP DANCE SONGS, BANDS WHO'S VOICES SOUND LIKE THE ORIGINAL ARTISTS AND THAT HAVE ANIMATED PLAYERS AND THEY PLAY MANY DANCE SONGS IN A ROW WITHOUT STOPPING, ARE WHAT PEOPLE WANT MOST. AND THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT THESE BANDS DO. 

 

THIS IS MY LIST OF THE TOP 25 JERSEY SHORE LOCAL ROCK DANCE BANDS HERE ON THE SHORE, FOR THE OVER 40 CROWD.  SEE AS MANY AS POSSIBLE. WE ARE SO LUCKY TO HAVE ALL OF THEM.  ACCORDING TO ROCKIN JOE WITH OVER 30 YEARS ON THE MUSIC SCENE. 

 

JERSEY SHORES TOP 25 ROCK DANCE BANDS FOR THE OVER 40 CROWD. YOU WILL ENJOY EVERY SHOW.  IN ORDER OF DANCE GREATNESS THEY ARE. 

 

 

THE MUSHMOUTH BAND - REPLACED KEY MEMBER

THE NERDS BAND - TWO NEW MEMBERS ADDED ***

THE CLIFFS BAND

THE BRIAN KIRK BAND

THE EDDIE TESTA BAND 

THE MOONDOGGIE BAND 

THE POUR BOYS BAND 

THE CAPTAIN ERIC & THE SHIPWRECKS BAND

THE NEW POWER SOUL BAND

THE JOE BARACATA BAND

THE ROCK BOTTOM BAND 

THE HOLME BAND

THE SHORTY LONG BAND 

The RUCKAS BAND 

The UNDISPUTED BAND 

The OVERBOARD BAND

THE MAIL ORDER BRIDE BAND

The 9 SOUTH BAND 

The POLISH NANNIES BAND 

The SLAP HAPPY BAND 

THE JOE BANANO BAND

THE SMOKIN JACKETS

THE COUNTERFITTERS BAND

THE WALLNUTZ BAND.  ( The whole band is from Wall. )

 

THE AMISH OUTLAWS BAND   -   NEXT PLAYING WONDERBAR.    APRIL 4TH, SATURDAY 2026.  Amish Outlaws $30. Got my tickets, sells out always and fast. MUST SEE SHOW. 6 months for next show at the jersey shore.  Lively 2 lead singers and 6 man band, great songs and auidence particapation band. Big crowd pleasers. 

 

FInd your dance music on the Jersey Shore for the over 40 crowd. Discover the best classic rock, dance rock, and rock and roll shows this weekend. We'll provide the band names and dates, so you can experience the thrill of live music and fun. 

 

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THERE HAS BEEN A MOLECULAR SHIFT IN THE DANCE ROCK UNIVERSE.  **************************************

THE NERDS BAND GROWS BIGGER AND BETTER NOW. THE NERDS BAND JUST ADDED A FIFTH MEMBER WHO IS A NEW SECOND FRONTMAN AND REPLACED THEIR DRUMMER TOO.

THESE NEW MEMBERS AND THE FANTASIC NEW ROCK DANCE SONG LIST PROPELS THE NERDS TO TIE THE TOP SPOT ON THE TOP 25 BEST JERSEY SHORE ROCK DANCE BANDS.  NEW MAKE OVER IS FANTASTIC. . 

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MUSHMOUTH NEWS - THEY LOST THERE SECOND FRONTMAN AND ANIMATED SINGER. HE IS REPLACED BY A TALENTED FEMALE WHO SINGS, PLAYS THE PIANO AND GUITAR. ALTHOUGH SHE IS EXTREMLY TALTENTED SHE PLAYS SLOWER PACE SONGS AND SLOWS THE HIGH SPEED PACE DOWN. HOPEFULLY SHE WILL PICK UP THE PACE SOON AS SHE FINDS HER PLACE IN THIS GREAT BAND.  NEWS UPDATE: SHE IS PICKING UP SPEED FAST.

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FRIDAY FEBRUARY 5th, 2026

 

1St Pick is THE MUSHMOUTH BAND at WONDERBAR from 8 pm to 11:30 located at 1200 Ocean Ave in Asbury Park. Best band, new added player Kelly, singer, piano, guitar and her dancing is getting really good and why not, she is on stage with Bill, the most animated frontman at the shore. large dance floor. $25 but well worth every penny, i have my ticket. MUST SEE SHOW. 

 

 2nd Pick is THE SHORTY LONG BAND at B2 BISTRO from 8:30 until 12 midnight located at 125 Bayview ave in Bayview. GOOD rock and assorted songs, good show and Shorty is 3 feet tall and rides in a little car. 

 

3RD Pick is THE JOE BARACATTA BAND at Bar A from 7 pm until 10:30 located at 716 16th ave in Belmar. Great rock dance playing band with style and personality AND FINE MALE AND FEMALE LEAD SINGERS. 

 

4TH Pick is THE RUCKAS BAND at RIVER ROCK from 9:30 pm to 12:30 am located at 1600 Route 70 in Brick.  Good and fun rock and party band. AND Big dance floor on the water. 

 

5th Pick is THE VINYL MADDNESS BAND at MARINA GRILL from 8:OO until 11 pm located at 703 Route 35 S in Belmar Marina.   GOOD ROCK AND PARTY DANCE BAND hits and large dance floor on the water. Good Fun show. .   

 

6th pick is THE BLACK TIES BAND at MOORES TAVERN from 9 pm until 12:30 am located at 402 W. MAIN ST in FREEHOLD Fun rock talented band. 

 

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 6th,  2026

 

1St PICK is THE MUSHMOUTH BAND  at MARTELLS TIKI BAR ( From 1 PM  until 5 PM )  DAYTIME SHOW. Located at 308 Ocean ave in POINT PLEASANT.  BEST BAND ON THE JERSEY SHORE. ON THE WATER. MUST SEE SHOW.     I will be there. 

 

2nd Pick is THE 80'S REVOLUTION BAND at B2 BISTRO from 8:30 till 12:30 located at 125 Bayview Ave in Bayview. GOOD FUN IN COSTUME SHOW FOR THE 80'S. Big dance floor on the water. 

 

SHOW CANCELLED.      3rd Pick is THE MOONDOGGIE BAND at THE CABIN from 8:30 to 12 Midnight located at 984 Route 33 in Freehold. TOP 10 SHORE BAND. TAKES REQUESTS ALL NIGHT. MUST SEE SHOW. SHOW CANCELLED

 

4th Pick is THE PAT RODDY BAND at REEF AND BARREL from 5:30 pm untill 8:30 pm located at 153 Sea Girt ave in Sea Girt. Good rock band in a fun friendly place. 

 

*****  MONDAY thru THURSDAY these rock bands listed below play every week at the same time, same place.  *****

Monday is Bar A 5:30 to 8:30 at Bar A with The VINYL BAND singing older good rocks hits located 703 16th Ave in Belmar.

 

Also on Monday at McCanns Bar from 6 on to 9 pm is The Decades band for rock thru the decades located at 1704 main st In Belmar.

 

TUESDAY IS McCanns Bar 6 pm to 9 pm with TURNPIKE MIKE BAND singing rock dance songs located at 1704 Main st in Belmar.

AND BOB EGAN'S PIANO PARTY ( NO COVER ) every tuesday from 6:30 until 9:30 at McCloons Supper Club located at 1200 Ocean ave in Asbury. Have dinner and enjoy a piano night with Bob and his special guests. 

 

WEDNESDAY IS Bobby Bandeara from 6 pm to 9 pm at Singing Rock dance songs at The ELBOW ROOM located at 1604 main st in BRADLEY Beach. 

 

THURSDAY is The HARMONY Project from 6 pm to 9 pm at BAR A good older rock music band located at 703 16th Ave in Belmar. 

 

WEDNESDAY THRU SATURDAY JACK'S ON THE TRACKS Has live music from 7 pm untill 11 pm located at 703 10th ave in Belmar. Nice modern restaurant.  

 

Best Rock Dance Band Shows for FEBRUARY 5TH FRIDAY and 6TH Saturday.