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.
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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 NERDS BAND - 2 NEW MEMBERS ADDED ***
THE MUSHMOUTH BAND - REPLACED KEY MEMBER
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 SLAP HAPPY BAND
THE JOE BANANO BAND
THE COUNTERFITTERS BAND
THE WALLNUTZ BAND. ( The whole band is from Wall. )
THE SMOKIN JACKETS BAND
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 A NEW DRUMMER TOO.
THESE NEW MEMBERS AND THE FANTASIC NEW ROCK DANCE SONG LIST PROPELS THE NERDS TO THE NEW TOP SPOT ON THE TOP 25 BEST JERSEY SHORE ROCK DANCE BANDS. NEW MAKE OVER IS FANTASTIC. SEE THE NEW DANCE KINGS.
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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.
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BELOW ARE 2 VIDEOS FROM LAST WEEKEND ( JAN 23, 24 ) THE FIRST IS MUSHMOUTH SATURDAY AT THE REEF AND BARREL IN SEA GIRT. THE SECOND IS EDDIE TESTA AT BAR A IN BELMAR ON FRIDAY THE 23RD. IF YOU MISSED THEM, HERE'S WHAT IT WAS LIKE.
FRIDAY JANUARY 30th, 2026
1ST Pick is THE CLIFFS BAND at Bar A from 7 pm until 10:30 located at 716 16th ave in Belmar. TOP 3 BAND ON THE JERSEY SHORE. Great rock dance playing band with style and personality. MUST SEE SHOW.
2nd Pick is THE BRIAN KIRK BAND at THE REEF AND BARREL from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm located at 153 Sea Girt ave in Sea Girt. UNBELIEVABLE Good and fun rock and party band. FOURTH BEST BAND ON THE JERSEY SHORE. MUST SEE BAND. ( Probably $15 ) but well worth it.
3rd Pick is THE ROCK BOTTOM BAND at WATERSTREET from 8:30 until Midnight located at 4 Robbins Parkway in Tom's River . GOOD ROCK AND PARTY DANCE BAND hits. Good Fun show. .
4th Pick is SHORTY LONG AND THE JERSEY HORNS BAND at B2 BISTRO from 8:30 until Midnight located at 125 Bayview ave in Bayview. Good and a novelty band as shorty is 3 ft tall and classicly trained piano player with a good supporting back up band. Good show.
5th pick is THE E. BORO BANDITS at Marina Grill ftom 7 pm until 10 pm located at 703 S. Route 35 in the Belmar ( marina ). Fun rock and country talented band.
SATURDAY JANUARY 31st, 2026
1St PICK is THE EDDIE TESTA BAND ( From 8 pm until 11 pm pm ) at The Marina Grill located at 703 Route 35 s in Belmar Marina. Really good rock and soul dance band. Eddie is an icon in the area. FIFTH BEST BAND ON THE JERSEY SHORE Come see them.
2nd Pick is THE MUSHMOUTH BAND at B2 BISTRO from 8:30 till 12:30 located at 125 Bayview Ave in Bayview. TOP 3 BAND ON THE JERSEY SHORE. MUST SEE SHOW.
3rd Pick is THE TEMPORARY GRACE BAND at THE WATERSTREET RESTAURANT from 8:30 PM TILL 12 am located at 4 Robbins Parkway in Tom's River. Good band members and good party songs.
4th Pick is THE VINYL MADDESS BAND at THE CABIN from 8:30 to 12 Midnight located at 984 Route 33 in Freehold. Good animated rock dance band. Good show.
5th Pick is THE MAIL ORDER BRIDES BAND at SUN HARBOR from 6 pm untill 10 pm located at 153 E. BAY AVE IN BARNAGAT. Good rock band in a and fun friendly place on the water.
***** 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.