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 " BAYVIEW " on the water, has a very large dance floor above, 30 min. from Belmar. Large stage, good dance set up and good bands. EASY RESERVATIONS, CASUAL DRESS, FUN PEOPLE. MUST SEE. I25 BAYVIEW AVE.
Top Ten Best Dance Rock LOCATIONS - COME TRY THEM
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 and locations 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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NOW 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.
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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.
Above, the videos are THE NERDS BAND ( Blowing the dance floor up ) at THE B2 Bistro friday night the 6th of March. Great show.
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THE TOP ROCK DANCE MUSIC BANDS ON THE JERSEY SHORE ARE THESE BANDS THAT PLAY TOP DANCE SONGS, THEY ARE BANDS WHO'S VOICES SOUND LIKE THE ORIGINAL ARTISTS AND THAT HAVE ANIMATED PLAYERS WHO WILL PLAY MANY DANCE SONGS IN A ROW WITHOUT BRAKING, THIS IS WHAT PEOPLE LIKE 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 BASED ON OVER 25 YEARS SEEING BANDS AT THE SHORE MOST WEEKENDS, 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 35 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 2 MEMBERS
THE CLIFFS BAND - 8 MEMBER BAND
THE NERDS BAND - TWO NEW MEMBERS ADDED
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 ROCK BOTTOM JOE BAND
THE JOE BARACATA 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 SLAP HAPPY BAND
THE PAT RODDY BAND
THE JOE BANANO BAND
THE SMOKIN JACKETS BAND
THE MORROCAN SHEEEPHEARDERS BAND
THE SHUT UP GUS BAND
THE POLISH NANNIES BAND
THE AMISH OUTLAWS BAND - NEXT PLAYING WONDERBAR. APRIL 4TH, SATURDAY 2026. Amish Outlaws - $24 if you pre pick up tickets at the Stone Pony from 12 pm to 5 pm, $34 on line. 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 audience particapation band. ALWAYS Big crowd pleasers. COME HAVE 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 ADDED GUITAR PLAYER 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 - THE BAND NEEDS A NEW BASS PLAYER, GET THE WORD OUT. March 3, 2026
AND 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 TALENTED 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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BEST BAND PICKS THIS WEEK
ON THE JERSEY SHORE FOR
ROCK AND ROLL DANCE MUSIC
For the over 40 crowd
THESE BANDS BRING PEOPLE IN.
MOST SINGLES AND COUPLES THERE.
JUST PLAIN FUN AND GOOD SHOWS.
NO GUESSWORK, IF YOU WANT THE BEST
ROCK DANCE BANDS AND MUSIC SHOWS
FOR THE OVER 40 CROWD
THESE BANDS ARE FOR YOU.
SAY GOODBY TO MARCH
******** FRIDAY MARCH 27TH, 2026 *********
1ST Pick is THE CLIFFS BAND from 7 pm until 10:30 at BAR A located at 703 16th ave in Belmar. GREAT rock and roll dance band. EVERYONEis very talented and animated. Second best rock dance band for the over 40 crowd.
2ND PICK IS THE EDDIE TESTA BAND AT MARINA GRILL from 8 pm to 11 pm located at 905 Route 35 s in Belmar Marina. Excellant rock and soul band, eddie is an icon, AN EXCELLANT SINGER.
3RD PICK is THE JOE BARACATRA BAND at RIVER ROCK from 9 pm to 12:30 am located at 1600 Route 70 in Brick on the water. Excellant rock and party band. You will enjoy this show at River Rock.
4TH PICK is THE MAIL ORDER BRIDE BAND from 9 pm until 1 am at THE BEACHCOMBER restaurant located at 100 Ocean Terrave in Seaside. Good dance rock and party band.
5TH pick is THE VINYL MADDNESS BAND at Moores Tavern from 9 pm to 12 am located at 402 W main street in Freehold. Good rock dance band.
6Th Pick is THE WALLNUTZ BAND at the REEF AND BARREL from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm located at 153 Seagirt ave in Seagirt. Good rock cover band with good dance songs. Go see them.
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1St Pick is THE MUSHMOUTH BAND at B2 BISTRO located at 135 Bayview ave in Bayview. TOP rock dance band, Bill the lead singer is one of a kind. Excellant hi energy party and wedding band in a big fun place on the water. MUST SEE SHOW.
2ND PICK IS THE CLIFFS BAND 9:30, AT THE LOBBY OF THE HARD ROCK CASINO IN ATLANTIC CITY. JUST DRIVE 1 HOUR 15 MINUTES TO HARD ROCK, LET THE VALET TAKE YOUR CAR AT THE FRONT DOOR, WALK IN 100 FEET AND YOUR AT THE OPEN STAGE FOR THE SHOW, AS EASY AS THAT, I DID IT. GREAT BAND, GREAT FREE SHOW.
3RD PICK IS THE JOR BARACATTA BAND at Marina Grill 8 pm to 11 pm located at 905 Route 35 s in Belmar Marina. Good fun rock and party band.
4TH PICK is THE FRIENDZONE BAND at THE BEACHCOMBER, from 9 pm to 12:30 am. located at 100 Ocean Terrace in Seaside. Really Good ROCK and party band.
5TH PICK is THE CLAIM DIGGERS BAND at THE WATERSTREET restaurant from 8:30 until 11:30 located at 4 Robbins Parkway in Toms River on the water in a large place. Good old and rock and party band. Good show.
6TH Pick is THE SLAP HAPPY BAND at SUN HARBOR, 6 PM TO 10 PM located st 451 E. BAY street in Barnegat. Good rock and party band with rebel marine as lead singer.
7th pick is THE SHORTY LONG BAND at THE REEF AND BARREL located at 153 Sea Girt ave in Sea Girt. Fun rock band. Shorty is 3 feet tall.
*********** SUNDAY. MARCH 29 2026. *************
SUPER NEWS...NOW EVERY WEEKEND MARTELLS HAS IT'S SATURDAY AND SUNDAY LIVE ( DAY SHOWS ) BANDS EVERY WEEKEND FROM 1 PM TO 5 PM INSIDE THE BUILDING. THIS IS ANOTHER FUN WEEKEND OPTION.
THIS IS THE UNOFFICAL START OF SPRING. BANDS PLAY EVERY WEEKEND ( SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ): FROM 1 PM TO 5 PM INSIDE MARTELLS. WOOHOO. .
1ST PICK SUNDAY IS POLISH NANNIES BAND AT MARTELLS FROM 1 PM TO 5 PM. Located at 308 Ocean ave in Point Pleasant. Good rock dance bands kicking off the spring season.
***** 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 and SUNDAY 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.